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Closing date for applications: 26th May 2025 at 11.59pmSalary: £28,808 per annumDuration: 18 monthsStart date: 1st September 2025 The Financial Times apprenticeship scheme is now open to applications!This scheme is aimed at helping young people from under-represented groups start a career in journalism. We are particularly keen to hear from people from minority ethnic backgrounds and those from disadvantaged socio-economic households. This apprenticeship is for people who do not have a degree or a university application and candidates who have applications for a degree currently under consideration or who are attending university, are not eligible.You will study for an NCTJ qualification while working at the Manchester Evening News and the FT, under the 18-month apprenticeship scheme.We are looking for people who would like to develop a deep knowledge of current affairs and business, are curious, persistent, seek out the truth and feel suited to working to the tight deadlines and the pressures of a modern newsroom. You will also be able to adapt to different environments - the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester.Due to the partnership with M.E.N., we are especially interested in applications from candidates living in the Greater Manchester area. &nbsp;What this apprenticeship offers<ul><li>Paid-for study towards the NCTJ level 5 qualification through the apprenticeship scheme</li><li>Training at the Manchester Evening News and the FT</li><li>Some accommodation support available &nbsp;</li><li>30 days annual leave</li><li>A dedicated FT mentor throughout the programme</li><li>Access to FT Employee Networks &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>What you’ll do<ul><li>Begin with&nbsp;4 months study in London for the NCTJ level 5 journalist qualification (this industry-recognised standard is the equivalent of second year university and includes the NCTJ diploma). One day a week will be spent in the Financial Times’ London newsroom.</li><li>You will then spend 6 months training as a reporter in Manchester with the Manchester Evening News.</li><li>Return to London to spend 4 months training in a Financial Times specialist publication, such as Investors Chronicle.</li><li>A further 4 months working alongside FT journalists in the field and newsroom</li></ul>Timings may be subject to change &nbsp;Eligibility requirements<ul><li>You will not have a degree or be attending university</li><li>You will be aged 18 years or over by 1 September 2025</li><li>You have been awarded good Level 3 qualifications by September 2025. Suitable qualifications include:<ul><li>2 A levels</li><li>4 AS levels</li><li>NVQ</li><li>BTEC</li><li>Applied General Qualification</li><li>International Baccalaureate diploma</li><li>Access to higher education diploma</li><li>T Level</li><li>Tech level</li></ul></li><li>You must also:<ul><li>Have achieved GCSE 5 for Maths and 7 for English language</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK</li></ul></li></ul> &nbsp;We are looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Curious about people, governments, business and money</li><li>Open-minded and interested in different perspectives</li><li>Truth-seeker</li><li>Willing to learn</li><li>Conscientious, hard-working and diligent</li><li>Resilient and flexible</li><li>Strong communication skills, especially good written and spoken English</li><li>Able to adapt to different environments (the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester)</li><li>Although not essential, include any languages, data and social media skills in your CV</li></ul> &nbsp;The use of AIOriginal reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Its readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. This is why FT editorial staff do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content. For specific and pre-approved cases, AI can be harnessed for certain tasks, such as assisting data research for investigations. &nbsp;We expect applicants to the FT newsroom to refrain from using AI in their test submissions, and any written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences. We encourage candidates only to employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role.&nbsp; &nbsp;What’s in it for you? Benefits included:Benefits vary by location but the FT is committed to providing best-in-class perks across all offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of these benefits are available<a href="https://aboutus.ft.com/careers/benefits" target="_blank"> here.</a>The organisation has embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, they are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.&nbsp; &nbsp;About the Manchester Evening NewsThe Manchester Evening News is the biggest regional news website in the country, larger than some national brands. It tells the stories that matter to the people of Greater Manchester and beyond. Its journalism is rooted in hard news reporting, people-focused real life features, and issue-led campaigns. It has a strong cost of living, shopping, what’s on and TV offering.The MEN also provides a unique northern perspective on national news and issues, and the site has been widely recognised with industry awards.The Manchester Evening News is based in Oldham, close to Chadderton Metrolink stop and accessible by bus. It also works on a hybrid model with Tuesday-Thursday office based, but for this role would hope you would spend as much time as possible out on your patch once you have settled in. All junior reporters are mentored by a senior reporter and a content editor to support fast development. &nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Upload your CV, cover letter and application questions as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li><li>In your cover letter, include the questions outlined below</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> &nbsp;In your cover letter:&nbsp;1. Tell us why you want to be a journalist (300 words max)2. Tell us why you think you'd make a great reporter (300 words max)3. This scheme is aimed at under-represented groups; tell us about yourself and your potential to benefit from this opportunity (300 words maximum) &nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from other ethnically diverse backgrounds, or people of any ethnicity who belong to the following under-represented groups: disabled people, people with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers.&nbsp;Creative Access offers&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/career-support-programme" target="_blank">programmes of training, networking and support</a>&nbsp;specifically designed for people from these under-represented groups.

Financial Times

The Financial Times apprenticeship scheme

Closing date for applications: 28th May at 11.59pmSalary: £42,750 - £47,620 inclusive of Inner London WeightingContract: fixed-term until end March 2026&nbsp;Step into the heart of one of London’s most ambitious and eclectic music programmes. As assistant technical manager, you’ll help bring over 100 extraordinary events to life in our world-class Concert Hall.&nbsp;We are London’s Creative Catalyst for arts, curiosity, and enterprise. We spark creative possibilities and transformation for artists, audiences, and communities to inspire, connect and provoke debate. Our eclectic programme features the most exciting performers and artists in music, theatre, dance, the visual arts, cinema, and beyond. We work with artists at every stage of their career, supporting and fostering opportunities for ground-breaking new talent as well as promoting the work of world-class artists.&nbsp;Our boundary-pushing Music programme is renowned for its range, ambition, and inclusivity. Alongside our partners, we provide some of the most exciting musical experiences in the capital, from dazzling classical concerts and opera to unique shows with leading contemporary artists, cutting-edge electronic creations, durational experiences, and cross-arts collaborations.&nbsp; &nbsp;Job Summary&nbsp;We are looking for an experienced Assistant Technical Manager (ATM) to work closely with the Technical Manager, Music, in planning, directing and managing the technical delivery of the Barbican Concert Hall program of over 100 concerts and associated events. The ATM will support the Stage, Technical and Projection Teams in all areas of live music organisation, show advancing and technical delivery. You will assist in overseeing and booking the equipment requirements for all set-ups, soundchecks, rehearsals, use of our recording studio, and get-ins/outs for the Centre’s music events, all within budget and on time.&nbsp;You will assist in creating the rotas for the technical team event shifts. You will have relevant professional technical training in the arts, and knowledge of the music industry and understanding the creative processes of live events is essential. You must have a demonstrable track record of working in a multi-disciplinary arts venue on artistic and commercial events. A good knowledge of the Health &amp; Safety legislation and safe working practices and experience in managing and motivating technical teams is also essential. &nbsp; Responsibilities<ul><li>To report to the Technical Manager – Music and work alongside the other Technical Managers to assist the delivery of over 250 events per year to one international standard, reflecting the Barbican’s standing as a world-class arts centre and conference venue.</li><li>To work with the Music Production team on the advance and delivery of music events, offering technical support, and to organise equipment and freelancer hires.</li><li>To attend production meetings, including site visits where necessary. This may involve weekend and evening work, so some flexibility is required. The postholder will be on the rota system</li><li>To assist in the day-to-day operation of the stage and technical systems, ensuring that high standards of service are maintained, and Safe Systems of Work are adhered to, in all Music Department venues.</li><li>To support the Technical Management Team with feasibility studies, capital projects and equipment acquisitions.</li><li>To keep up to date with technical developments within the Events sector, and to maintain general technical knowledge in all areas including AV, sound, lighting, and stage equipment.</li><li>To support the Senior Technical Manager, when needed, in the Health and Safety function for the Music Department.</li><li>Actively seek to implement the City of London’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy in relation to the duties of the post, and at all times give due regard to the health and safety of both themselves and others when carrying out their duties.</li><li>Actively seek to implement the City of London’s Equal Opportunity Policy and the objective to promote equality of opportunity in relation to the duties of the post.</li><li>To undertake any other duties that may reasonably be requested appropriate to the grade</li></ul> Download the job information pack via the Apply button for more information on the role and required knowledge, skills and experience.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

Barbican Centre

Barbican & Guildhall School

Assistant technical manager (Music)

Closing date: 29th May 2025Salary: £29,000 - £35,000 dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits)Location: The role will be based at our London or Chichester office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and home-working (2 days) per week. Project manage a range of titles at this vibrant, award-winning publisher on a 12-month fixed-term contract.Octopus publish books for everyone. We love to enlighten, nourish, entertain and most of all inspire readers and listeners everywhere. Octopus is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 11 publishing divisions and over 60 imprints. Everyone here is proud to be in the business of opening doors and minds.This position sits within Summersdale Publishing, part of the Octopus Group. Summersdale&nbsp;is a vibrant, award-winning&nbsp;publisher that provides&nbsp;entertaining, informative and innovative&nbsp;content&nbsp;in the genres of general non-fiction, health and well-being, and gift and humour across both books, games, decks and other non-book product. We produce a diverse range of over 130 titles per year, with a backlist of over 800 titles.We are looking for someone with proven publishing experience to join the Summersdale team in a maternity cover role to work on non-fiction, health and well-being, and gift and humour across our expansive list of books, games, decks and other non-book product. The ideal candidate will have proven experience of managing projects to tight deadlines, problem solving skills to maintain schedules, be able to deal with and care for authors and have the initiative to take ownership of titles assigned to them.The focus of the role will be&nbsp;to project manage allocated titles: seeing each title through a full series of stages, as well as general editorial,&nbsp;and admin tasks. You will be actively contributing to ideas generation, creative direction and IP development.&nbsp; What you'll be doingProject management:<ul><li>Managing editorial processes (in-house and freelance) for each title and working to a set deadline</li><li>Regularly updating the project management system and other in-house information databases (a working knowledge of Biblio would be required)</li></ul>Editorial work:<ul><li>Writing briefing documents for new projects</li><li>Reviewing manuscripts</li><li>Copy-editing</li><li>Structural editing</li><li>Proof reading</li><li>Blurb and copy writing</li><li>Briefing and liaising with freelancers.</li><li>Contributing to the development and creation of new book ideas (including presenting new ideas at the acquisitions meeting)</li><li>Market/competition research </li><li>Photo and picture research</li><li>Content development/layout design briefing</li><li>Cover ideas development and layout/design briefing (including presenting new ideas at the huddle meeting)</li><li>Compilation of in-house books</li><li>Occasional writing of in-house devised projects</li><li>Providing feedback in Editorial Checks</li><li>Assessing submissions</li></ul>General:<ul><li>In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the jobholder is required to perform other duties assigned by their manager from time to time.</li></ul> Who we are looking forYou will need to be highly organised, inquisitive and flexible to the ever-changing demands of the fast-paced business.&nbsp;Candidates will also need to demonstrate that they have:<ul><li>A hands-on approach and willing to get stuck-in!</li><li>First class writing skills and an excellent eye for detail</li><li>A strong eye for design and creative flair</li><li>Commercial awareness</li><li>Initiative and able to handle a fast-paced environment</li><li>Self-motivated</li></ul> What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul> Our commitmentHachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking junior roles. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Carmelite House

Hachette UK

Desk editor (12 month FTC)

Salary: £28,808 per annum ( this will be pro rata for part times and hourly rate is £13.85)Hours: Please note that this role has regular rostered weekend work required, rostered and variable weekdays and the working day includes variable shift hours. We are currently looking for retail assistants to join our Retail team on part-time, permanent and fixed-term contracts.The Southbank Centre is Europe’s largest arts centre and one of the UK’s top five visitor attractions, occupying an 11-acre site that sits in the midst of London’s most vibrant cultural quarter on the South Bank of the Thames.Its impact and reach are significant and it is respected internationally as a convener of great artists and diverse audiences and for being entrepreneurial and innovative in response to a volatile and changing financial landscape. The Southbank Centre is a charity that is determined to demonstrate its ambition to remain innovative, disruptive and experimental in what it does and to be highly relevant to the artists it wants to work with and to the audiences it wants to attract.The successful candidates will provide outstanding and consistent customer service to all visitors to the retail outlets and Southbank Centre. Maximising sales opportunities to help drive profit and thereby contributing to the overall success of Southbank Centre. What you'll be doingThe retail assistants will work on a variety of responsibilities which includes but are not limited to:<ul><li>Engage with customers making them feel welcome, answering their queries, providing relevant product knowledge, and giving advice and suggestions where possible.</li><li>Processing sales on the EPoS (Till) system, handling credit/debit cards transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Ensure the shop is clean, tidy and well stocked at all times.</li></ul>To learn more about this position please download the attached Job Description via the 'Apply' button. Benefits &amp; perks:As well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:<ul><li>A min 5% employer’s pension contribution (rising to 9% depending on your employee contribution), from day 1 of employment</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees)</li><li>Enhanced sick pay</li><li>Enhanced family leave benefits</li><li>Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors</li><li>Staff ticket offers for Southbank Centre events</li><li>Free entry to Hayward Gallery</li><li>Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations</li><li>Free staff yoga</li><li>Free access to emotional support from a confidential specialist Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul> The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.We welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian or Ethnically Diverse background or those who are D/deaf or disabled. If you wish to discuss reasonable adjustments such as a BSL interpreter for your interview for this role please indicate this on your application form. Interviews will take place at Southbank Centre. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or concerns you can also email <a href="mailto:hrteam@southbankcentre.co.uk" target="_blank">hrteam@southbankcentre.co.uk</a> and we will be in touch with you to make the necessary arrangements.By attracting people to work for us from a broad range of backgrounds with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. SC is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our staff.If you feel you have just some of the required skills and experience but meet the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply; we are very open to continuing the training and development of individuals who are self motivated to acquire new skills and knowledge relevant to the role.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Southbank Centre

Retail assistants

Closing date: 4th June 2025Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits)Location: This role can be based at our London or Sheffield office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly-experienced, confident and creative head of marketing to join the Hodder &amp; Stoughton marketing department in a temporary role on a six-month contract.With over 150 years of ground-breaking publishing from book lovers, original thinkers and market leaders, our unwavering mission has been to publish the most compelling voices in every genre. We continue to find new ground, new audiences and new voices with every title we publish. We are passionate readers and believe in the power of words to change lives.Hodder &amp; Stoughton is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 11 publishing divisions and over 60 imprints. Everyone here is proud to be in the business of opening doors and minds. What you'll be doing<ul><li>You will be a senior and valuable member of the team through the crucial second half of the year, working predominantly on our Non-fiction list to deliver bestselling, consumer-first campaigns with creative at their heart.</li><li>You will be experienced at all aspects of marketing, starting with clear pitch and positioning for every book, through to careful planning and execution of campaign timelines from start to finish.</li><li>You will be confident and experience in pitch meetings, be a keen reader and well connected to ensure that you are always aware of what is happening across the publishing industry.</li><li>You’ll work closely with staff across all other departments, notably Publicity and Editorial, developing great working relationships and demonstrating strong skills across the marketing mix to ensure every campaign is perfectly pitched for the market and audience.&nbsp;</li></ul> Who we are looking for<ul><li>We are looking for someone who has demonstrable experience in leading high-profile marketing campaigns, with a particular focus on non-fiction.</li><li>From celebrity memoirs to cookbooks and everything in between, you will be able to show your excellent grasp of working with authors, agents, booksellers, brand partners, international publishers as well as internal and external stakeholders throughout the publishing process and how to bring the benefit of these relationships into your campaigns.</li><li>You will have first-class digital knowledge and will bring this into your campaigns as an integral part of your planning and analysis for every campaign.</li><li>You will have expert market knowledge across a variety of genres with particular focus on non-fiction, knowing when to focus on different media to deliver the best sales results.</li><li>You should possess a meticulous eye for detail, have great communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team.</li><li>You will be experienced at running a budget as well as line management and you will be able to demonstrate how you plan campaigns with consumer understanding at the heart.</li></ul> What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul> How to applyIn your application, please submit your CV and&nbsp;include details in your cover letter of two major campaigns you have worked on in the last year, with an explanation for why you have picked it and how your campaign delivered versus sales expectation. Our commitmentHachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head of marketing, non-fiction

Closing date: 28th May 2025Salary: £55,000+ dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits)Location: This role can be based at our London or Sheffield office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and home working (2 days) per week. Create, implement and measure innovative publicity campaigns with this senior, 12-month role at Hodder &amp; Stoughton.With over 150 years of ground-breaking publishing from book lovers, original thinkers and market leaders, our unwavering mission has been to publish the most compelling voices in every genre. We continue to find new ground, new audiences and new voices with every title we publish. We are passionate readers and believe in the power of words to change lives.Hodder &amp; Stoughton is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 11 publishing divisions and over 60 imprints. Everyone here is proud to be in the business of opening doors and minds.The successful candidate will work on a broad range of commercial brand fiction, non-fiction, lifestyle and literary publicity campaigns, reporting to the Deputy Comms Director, as part of a brilliant, collaborative team. This role will also incorporate imprint strategy, comms and longer-term author brand plans. What you'll be doing<ul><li>Create, implement and measure innovative publicity campaigns to grow sales, raise author/book profile and brand awareness</li><li>Analyse the impact of publicity on sales working with sales, marketing and editorial</li><li>Work on new business pitches when required</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with all areas of the media to secure positive coverage for new titles</li><li>Maximise opportunities for author/contributor events and attend events as required, including on evenings and weekends as reasonably required for the role</li><li>Deliver high quality of author/contributor care at all times</li><li>Liaise closely with editorial, sales and marketing to ensure fully integrated campaigns</li><li>Deliver presentations of publicity plans at internal meetings</li><li>Pitch books and authors to media contacts and event organisers</li><li>Budget management for own campaigns, including freelance resource where relevant</li><li>Communication of all publicity activity to authors, agents and contributors</li><li>Maintain records and databases</li><li>Keep up-to-date with developments in the industry, share experiences and ideas for improvements</li><li>Collaborating with other publicists on campaigns, brands and cross-company events</li><li>Understand digital media, community and influencer outreach</li><li>Appreciation of audio promotion and reaching readers in this space</li><li>Help attract, manage and develop talented team members</li><li>Deliver imprint, brand and backlist work, as well as book by book campaigns</li></ul> Who we are looking forThe successful candidate will:<ul><li>Have a proven track record of delivering impactful publicity campaigns and exceptional author care</li><li>Enjoy working on a broad range of titles, including commercial brand fiction, non-fiction, lifestyle and some literary titles</li><li>Report to an experienced Deputy Comms Director, as part of a brilliant, collaborative team</li><li>Be a proactive self-starter, used to managing own workload according to budgets and campaign categories</li><li>Extensive experience in publicity, ideally within publishing and in specific publishing areas</li><li>Used to working in a fast-paced, dynamic work place</li><li>Have a flexible attitude and enjoying collaborating with other team members and departments</li><li>Have great media, event and online relationships</li><li>Be adaptable and personable with authors and agents</li><li>Be commercially astute and care about reaching readers</li><li>Have excellent verbal, written communication and pitching skills</li><li>Be a team player</li><li>Have people management experience</li></ul> What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul> Our commitmentHachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

PR director (12 month FTC)

Closing date for application: 16 June 2025Salary: £29,000 - £43,000 dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits)Location: Sheffield, LondonContract: Fixed-term &nbsp;Take your editorial experience and knowledge of the UK's Christian community to this position with Hodder Faith.We publish books of excellence and lasting value written by authors with passion and expertise. We're home to popular fiction and non-fiction writers alongside some of the most progressive new voices in publishing. Established in 1768 and with a rich and illustrious history, we are the oldest imprint in the business and oldest surviving trade list in British publishing.John Murray Press is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 11 publishing divisions and over 60 imprints. Everyone here is proud to be in the business of opening doors and minds. &nbsp;What you'll be doingTo take on editorial and publishing responsibility for a number of existing key book and author brands across the Hodder Faith list as assigned by the publishing director, and to oversee these titles working alongside the authors through to publication and beyond.To take overall editorial responsibility for key titles and authors on the Hodder Faith list:<ul><li>To oversee the editorial and publishing process for existing key titles, as delegated by the publishing director</li><li>To develop strong and effective relationships with relevant authors</li><li>To work effectively with the wider editorial team, ensuring communication is timely and effective</li></ul>To assist the publishing director and other editors’ forward commissioning for the Hodder Faith books list:<ul><li>To read and assess new manuscripts as directed, and provide feedback to the publishing director and in the regular editorial team meeting</li></ul>To publish titles imaginatively and with conviction, with agreed sales goals and cost control in mind:<ul><li>Following acquisition, to working with contracts team to ensure contract process is complete for each project</li><li>To work with authors to ensure delivery of manuscripts in line with contract and agreed scope</li><li>To make initial editorial assessments and undertake overall content edit</li><li>To write cover copy and selling copy for title information sheets</li><li>To drive the publishing of your books through the editorial, design and production process</li></ul>With others on the team, to share responsibility for monitoring market trends:<ul><li>Reading bookfair reports, monitoring competitor activity, including internationally</li><li>undertaking research in subject areas and market sectors as agreed with the publishing director</li><li>attending book fairs and conferences, especially during the Christian festival season, etc.</li></ul> &nbsp;Who we are looking for<ul><li>We are looking for candidates with solid editorial experience, confident working in detail on manuscripts and alongside authors. </li><li>Applicants must be solutions orientated, with high diplomacy skills and a flexible approach. </li><li>This role would suit somebody who enjoys working as part of a close team and who is able to prioritise their own workload to meet schedule and budget parameters. </li><li>Good working knowledge of the Christian scene in the UK will be essential.</li><li>Demonstrable experience, knowledge, or certification indicating a broad understanding of Christian theology.</li><li>Strong and wide knowledge of the UK and US Christian Church scene, across denominations.</li><li>Experience working with authors, and confident working with high-profile authors</li><li>Strong developmental/structural text editing abilities</li><li>Strong organisational skills</li><li>Good interpersonal skills, communication ability and resilient attitude</li><li>Effective influencing skills</li><li>Confident presentation skills</li><li>Knowledge of UK sales channels for Christian books</li><li>Proven experience at editorial assistant level or assistant editor level</li></ul>&nbsp; What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul>The role will be based at our London or Sheffield office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week.&nbsp; Our commitmentHachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking junior roles. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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