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Sign up by: 27th January 2026Event date: Tuesday 10th February 2026&nbsp;Location: BBC Blackstaff House, Belfast &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London, Belfast and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Tuesday 10th February 2026 – BBC Blackstaff House, Belfast</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent | Careers at the BBC

BBC Open Music - Belfast insight day

Sign up by: Monday 9th February 2026Event date: Monday 23rd February 2026&nbsp;Location:&nbsp;BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London, Belfast and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Tuesday 10th February 2026 – BBC Blackstaff House, Belfast</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

BBC Open Music - Cardiff insight day

Sign up by: Tuesday 30th December 2025Event date: Tuesday 13th January 2026Location:&nbsp; BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London, Belfast and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Tuesday 10th February 2026 – BBC Blackstaff House, Belfast</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

BBC Open Music - Glasgow insight day

Closing date for applications: 12th January 2026Salary: £27,500 per annum + benefitsContract: This is a full-time role Play a key role in keeping the vibrant bookselling community thriving by providing hands-on member support and helping bring major conferences, awards, and events to life.The&nbsp;Booksellers Association (BA)&nbsp;is a membership organisation for all booksellers in the UK &amp; Ireland, representing over 95% of bookshops. The BA exists to support, advise and work with its members to create excellent products and services for booksellers. This role is within both the membership and the events departments of the BA.The membership department of the BA is responsible for maintaining the database of BA members. The department recruits and retains BA members, administering the recruitment and application processes, and is the first port of call for potential new members, as well as a resource for existing members. It is therefore at the front line of customer relations and has a key role in developing and delivering membership services to members of the Booksellers Association. The department is also responsible for outputs from our various databases and works closely with staff from all other business units, including the finance department, National Book Tokens Ltd and Batch Ltd.The conference &amp; events department of the BA is responsible for delivering a full and varied events programme for BA members and others in the book trade. Typically, there are four key conferences: the Irish Book Trade Conference, the Scottish Book Trade Conference, the Welsh Book Conference and the BA Annual Trade Conference. In addition to these conferences, we host a number of regional evening events as well as the Westminster Book Awards, taking place at the Houses of Parliament; a seminar programme at London Book Fair; and the Books Are My Bag Readers Awards ceremony. The events department will also be required to provide administrative support for the Nero Book Awards. Responsibilities&nbsp;Membership<ul><li>Support the application and joining process, uptake and processing of membership, and service delivery</li><li>Provide front line advice (telephone, email, letter, online) to potential and existing members and ensure timely fulfilment of advice</li><li>Work with others to coordinate and ensure effective member recruitment and retention</li><li>Carry out recruitment follow-up calls and emails to past enquirers</li><li>Update The Bookselling Year, the BA’s annual wallchart for members</li><li>Issue the monthly e-newsletter for the BA Learning Skills Hub</li><li>Manage the Net Promoter Score Survey, sending it to selected members on a bimonthly basis and collating and presenting the results</li><li>Administer the Shopfloor Publishers Project, soliciting sign-ups from booksellers and publishers, matching them up and seeking feedback from both parties after the shop visits have taken place</li><li>Help develop prospects database (including lapsed and event participants)</li><li>Ensure high quality administration and records management for potential and existing members</li><li>Take care of SANs (Standard Address Numbers) administration</li></ul>Database management, reporting and outputs<ul><li>Support the operation and development of the membership and publisher databases, including liaison with IT</li><li>Help administer membership subscriptions, including collection and logging of turnover and despatch of mailing</li><li>Manage data entry and maintain accurate and up-to-date database records</li><li>Generate member lists from the database for BA staff and BA partners</li><li>Run database queries to select appropriate members’ details for mail shots, data sales and marketing selections</li></ul>Events<ul><li>Support the management of all BA events and conferences</li><li>Respond to member enquiries about events</li><li>Process registrations and invoices for events and conferences</li><li>Develop and manage the online registration system and booking forms, working with the conference &amp; events&nbsp;manager, BA accounts department and IT department</li><li>Liaise with delegates to collate relevant information and requirements, such as dietary, for each event</li><li>Prepare name badges, delegate materials and event collateral</li><li>Edit the BA events website, including creating new photo galleries and generating content</li><li>Assist with a twice-yearly events newsletter, using email marketing software</li><li>Prepare regular email bulletins to members about upcoming events</li><li>Assist with technical support for virtual or hybrid events</li><li>Work with the social media manager to promote events across BA social media channels</li><li>Ensure that events run smoothly by working onsite, alongside the conference &amp; events manager</li></ul>Nero Book Awards<ul><li>Carry out administration for the Nero Book Awards: log entries, liaise with publishers, assist with the distribution of books to judges as necessary</li></ul>Special projects<ul><li>Provide ad hoc admin support for BA staff on special projects. Examples would include grant administration, taking minutes at meetings, database logging, desk research, phone calls, mailings</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>A good team player</li><li>Hard-working, polite, friendly and cheerful</li><li>Excellent customer service skills</li><li>Microsoft Office experience essential, including good Excel skills</li><li>Knowledge of and experience in using digital meeting platforms such as Teams and Zoom</li><li>Accurate, logical, practical and organised</li><li>Meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Tactful and diplomatic</li><li>Enthusiastic</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li><li>Competent numerical skills</li></ul> Additional informationPlease note that the position will require a minimum&nbsp;of three days a week working at the BA’s offices in central London. The events side of the job will sometimes require working away from London, and at evenings and weekends, including staying away overnight.Candidates for this role must have the right to work in the UK. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Booksellers Association

Membership and events executive

Closing date for applications: Friday 9th January 2026 at 5.00pmSalary: £20,441 p.a. - paid as a tax free training bursaryLocation: BristolStart date: 9th February 2026Duration: 6 monthsWorking hours: 35 hours per weekInterviews: w/c 26th January 2026 Keen to kickstart your career in TV? This hands-on traineeship offers the chance to gain experience in research, storytelling and production across two iconic BBC Studios programmes.<a href="https://productions.bbcstudios.com/our-production-brands/factual-entertainment-productions" target="_blank">BBC Studios</a> factual entertainment team delivers some of the UK’s most entertaining and enriching programmes, giving audiences an escape from reality through relatable, funny and aspirational content. Its creative craft skills produce constantly evolving and enthralling narratives that keep audiences hooked, week-on-week all around the world. It connects with viewers through universal formats, charismatic presenters and bold storytelling full of heart and character.BBC Studios currently has a coveted opportunity for a trainee researcher to join their team for six months. Throughout their time, the successful candidate will gain experience across Countryfile and Gardeners’ World, two of the BBC’s most iconic factual entertainment programmes. Both shows are highly respected in the rural, and horticultural communities and attract a loyal audience of nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts.&nbsp;This is the ideal opportunity for an outdoors and gardening obsessed TV enthusiast to emerge from this scheme with all the skills necessary for a junior researcher position. If you are ready to step into the world of factual entertainment and work on some of the BBC’s biggest and most loved programmes, this could be the role for you… Key activitiesOn-the-job training will be provided across the two productions to ensure you develop an excellent grounding in how to find the best new stories, set up shoots, and become confident in archive research, media management, and camera assisting. The trainee will also gain unique insight into the cutting-edge technology used to capture stunning sequences and receive ongoing mentor support from experienced researchers on the team. What you will learn<ul><li>A full understanding of the television production process across both Countryfile and Gardeners’ World</li><li>A full insight into how the BBC Studios entertainment team operates in Bristol</li><li>Research techniques and storytelling skills</li><li>Administrative and editorial skills</li><li>How to generate engaging ideas for a range of audiences</li></ul> What we’re looking for<ul><li>A genuine passion for gardening, the countryside, and storytelling</li><li>Strong research and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Proven organisational ability and experience meeting tight deadlines</li><li>Some knowledge of TV production processes and some technical know-how</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to take initiative</li><li>Passionate about pursuing a career in TV</li><li>Creative and bursting with engaging ideas</li><li>General understanding of the audiences for factual entertainment</li><li>Demonstrable experience or interest in the media, including enthusiasm for factual entertainment content</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is open to individuals from groups that 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.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying/mentoring and more.

BBC Studios Bristol

BBC Roath Lock Studios

MediaCity UK

BBC Studios Glasgow

BBC Studios

100 Years of the BBC

Top Gear

Trainee researcher

Closing date for applications: 12th January 2026Salary: £36,950 per annumContract: 22-month fellowship Get hands-on with National Gallery masterpieces, carrying out technical examinations and analyses of paintings while supporting major conservation and research projects.The National Gallery is pleased to offer a 22-month fellowship in the scientific department funded by the Aldama Foundation.&nbsp;The fellowship will provide an excellent development opportunity for an early career researcher. Working within a busy team, you will carry out technical examination of paintings from the National Gallery and other publicly accessible collections to support a wide range of projects.In the role, you will investigate questions that arise during conservation treatments (including condition or deterioration phenomena) and also conduct historical technical research to further our understanding of the collection. Using a range of scientific techniques within the well-equipped laboratories and studios, you will focus especially on macro X-ray fluorescence (MA-XRF) scanning but also assist with other non-invasive techniques, and carry out paint sample analysis. In addition to working with other scientists, you will collaborate closely with conservators and curators. You will report and present research results internally and externally to a wide variety of audiences. Responsibilities<ul><li>Carry out technical examination of paintings using the available analytical and imaging techniques in support of conservation treatment projects or historical research projects</li><li>Conduct, under guidance and supervision, macro X -ray fluorescence scanning of paintings and subsequent data processing/interpretation. Also assist with the use of other analytical or traditional imaging methods and other non -invasive techniques</li><li>Contribute to the dissemination of the work of the Department, including publishing and presenting research outcomes internally and externally to a variety of audiences at a national and international level or via a range of routes suited to the intended audience</li><li>Conduct analysis of paint micro -samples using the range of scientific techniques available, including optical microscopy and SEM -EDX, as and when required</li><li>Interpret the results of technical examination using knowledge of artists’ practice and the chemistry, deterioration and history of use of materials in paintings, to provide expert advice to conservators and curators &nbsp;</li><li>Record and document analytical/imaging and research results in clear comprehensive reports, supplying these, with any necessary interpretation, to colleagues within and beyond the Gallery</li><li>Help provide the scientific contribution to a range of projects working with curatorial and conservation colleagues, including collaborative cataloguing programmes, exhibitions and other outputs</li><li>Contribute to on -going work to develop/improve processes and procedures in the Scientific Department (e.g. in data acquisition, processing or digital documentation)</li><li>Conduct or contribute to other project -based research projects where appropriate, to be run concurrently with wider duties</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Experience in the examination of paintings using a range of appropriate non-invasive analytical imaging techniques, and in the analysis of paint micro-samples</li><li>Strong knowledge of the materials and techniques of paintings and understanding of conservation methods and condition, to enable interpretation of the scientific results within the historical context or to answer conservation questions</li><li>Ability to produce clear, wellconstructed and comprehensive reports and to record and document analytical results with high levels of accuracy</li><li>Excellent analytical, organisational and problem solving skills to plan, prioritise and manage a busy workload so that deadlines are met, and high standards are achieved</li><li>Ability to communicate with, and to interpret data for, non-scientists/non-specialists</li><li>Able to work without the need for constant supervision, receiving general guidance and direction from the line manager, but determining day-to-day priorities and work patterns within an overall framework of deadlines and dependencies</li><li>A high level of dexterity and the ability to work safely around paintings and deal with micro-scale samples</li><li>A meticulous approach to work, with great attention to detail and record keeping</li><li>Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams but also to work independently, with initiative and motivation, whilst also knowing when it is appropriate to seek advice from senior colleagues</li><li>Collegial, collaborative, positive and proactive approach</li><li>Ability and versatility to quickly learn new skills or processes, and to adapt to new ideas and initiatives</li></ul>For more information, please refer to the attached&nbsp;job pack and explore the benefits we offer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Gallery

The National Gallery

Aldama scientific fellow

Closing date for applications: 9th January 2026Salary: £30,000 pa Bloomsbury Publishing Plc’s contracts department is looking for a new resourceful and motivated contracts executive to join the busy and supportive team.&nbsp;This is a great opportunity for an ambitious contracts assistant or junior contracts executive looking for their next career move as you’ll be involved in creating a variety of different types of agreements working with all strands of publishing across the world.The role involves drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts for content provided across all divisions, working closely with editorial staff to answer queries and provide contractual supports, liaising and cooperating with departments across the company including royalties, rights and legal, maintaining an accurate record of contracts progress in an efficient manner, working efficiently and collaborate with the other contracts executives. Knowledge, skills &amp; experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience of drafting, reviewing contracts and addenda</li><li>Excellent knowledge of standard contractual terms</li><li>Excellent eye for detail and a high level of organisation</li><li>Ability to prioritise a varied workload and handle queries efficiently</li><li>Excellent knowledge of Biblio</li></ul> Additional informationThe role is&nbsp;full-time and permanent, based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and WednesdayPlease apply with a CV and covering letter&nbsp;addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 23:59 9th January 2026. For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal. Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bloomsbury benefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li><li>25 days holiday and 3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Learning &amp; Development -&nbsp;Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal &amp; IPG Skills Hub</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Ride to Work Scheme</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li><li>EAP Advice and Counselling</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Contracts executive

Closing date for applications: 5th January 2025Salary: £28,500 per annumContract: Full-time, permanent contractLocation: Hybrid working potential, based in Central London World-renowned illustrated publisher Thames &amp; Hudson is looking for an organised, proactive and collaborative international sales coordinator to join our busy international sales team.&nbsp;This is a great role for someone who enjoys keeping complex operations running smoothly, supporting colleagues across multiple markets, and taking real ownership of processes that help our books reach readers worldwide.You’ll work closely with sales managers, agents, and internal teams across production, marketing and customer services. If you love problem-solving, communicating clearly, and bringing order to fast-moving workloads — and you have an interest in visual culture and illustrated publishing — we’d love to hear from you. Responsibilities&nbsp;Supporting international sales<ul><li>Helping to grow sales beyond traditional book markets, including non-book retailers</li><li>Assisting our German-speaking commission sales rep with orders, bibliographic information and returns</li><li>Coordinating supply-chain queries for our B2C website and ensuring customer orders are delivered smoothly</li></ul>Being a trusted team backup<ul><li>Providing cover when team members are away — from handling customer enquiries to managing credit issues and processing orders</li><li>Managing sample requests and supporting agents with accurate bibliographic details</li><li>Processing author orders to non-UK addresses</li><li>Supporting all international sales managers during peak periods, especially for exclusive markets</li></ul>Sales reporting &amp; communication<ul><li>Preparing monthly sales meeting decks and ensuring information is accurate and easy to follow</li><li>Helping develop digital communication strategies for our international markets, including messaging and content creation</li></ul>International marketing &amp; event coordination<ul><li>Planning and coordinating our presence at major book fairs (Frankfurt, London) — from booking stands to organising stock, graphics and passes</li><li>Maintaining seasonal sales presentations and new-title order forms</li><li>Coordinating catalogue mailings and maintaining special-interest title lists</li><li>Creating and updating backlist/genre/subject catalogues across T&amp;H lists</li><li>Producing targeted email campaigns that highlight key titles and series</li><li>Uploading assets to our in-house bibliographic databases</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>&nbsp;Experience in a busy administrative role, juggling multiple tasks and priorities, preferably in a book publishing, sales or retail environment</li><li>Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook</li><li>Confidence working with databases and digital tools, and the use of tools to streamline processes</li><li>Experience using presentation/design software for marketing and social media</li><li>Highly organised, attentive to detail and motivated by accuracy</li><li>A strong communicator who enjoys working with colleagues across departments and cultures</li><li>A genuine interest in visual arts and the publishing industry</li><li>Proficiency in additional languages (written and spoken), are a plus</li></ul> Additional informationApplicants must have the legal right to work in the UKAt Thames &amp; Hudson, we believe that employing a diverse workforce is essential to succeed and selection decisions are based on applicants’ experience and skills.&nbsp;To apply, please send your CV with a cover letter to Sophie Castle at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@thameshudson.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@thameshudson.co.uk</a>. Use the cover letter to address how you meet the requirements above. The deadline for applications is 5 January 2025.Some of the benefits of working with us, apart from working with a highly talented and creative bunch of people, we offer:<ul><li>28 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Profit share scheme</li><li>Interest-free loan for rent deposit or season travel ticket</li><li>Discounts off our lovely T&amp;H books and co-editions</li><li>Generous pension contributions</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Free entry into hundreds of museums and galleries, nationwide</li></ul> We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion or belief.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Thames & Hudson Headquarters

Thames & Hudson Ltd

International sales coordinator

Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th January 2026 at 5.00pmSalary: Real UK Living WageLocation: Edinburgh - potential for hybrid working patternStart date: Mid February 2026Duration: 6 months&nbsp;Working hours: Full time, 35 hours per week &nbsp;Interviews: Week commencing 2nd February 2026 Launch your publishing career at the heart of Scotland’s book industry! From digital marketing and content creation to supporting events and data projects, this traineeship offers hands-on experience and valuable insights into the industry.<a href="https://www.publishingscotland.org/" target="_blank">Publishing Scotland</a> is the network, trade and development body for the book publishing sector in Scotland. Established in Edinburgh in 1974, it is a membership body and a charity. Publishing Scotland acts as the voice and network for the publishing sector in Scotland, developing and promoting the work of companies, organisations and individuals in the industry. Its flagship programmes are all in support of its strategic pillars:<ol><li>Work towards a more diverse and sustainable sector</li><li>Professionalising the sector - helping individuals and companies with a targeted audience</li><li>Internationalising - creating international opportunities for the book sector</li><li>Showcasing the sector</li></ol>The marketing, data and events assistant trainee will have two main areas of focus. The first is providing assistance to the marketing and trade development manager at Publishing Scotland. The trainee will provide support to some of our key promotional activities in support of Scottish book publishers as well as contributing to the work that helps Scottish publishers improve their marketing and sales activities. The second focus is supporting metadata and data management projects. This will provide the trainee with insight into how these projects are managed, and experience being involved in the early stages of a major data project and in its transformational effects on the efficiency of an organisation. Key activitiesAssisting with content management for BooksFromScotland&nbsp;<ul><li>Initially, uploading information about new books and authors to the BooksFromScotland website, using WordPress</li><li>As the role progresses, making decisions about the content we put together for the quarterly e-issues</li><li>Liaising directly with publishers to acquire information about their new and upcoming titles and feature content&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Assisting with digital marketing for BooksFromScotland&nbsp;<ul><li>Compiling the issues to be circulated via our newsletter</li><li>Digital marketing in support of BooksFromScotland on social media (X, BlueSky and Instagram)</li><li>Growing the BooksFromScotland mailing list with competitions and extra content</li><li>Engaging with publishers and authors on social media&nbsp;</li></ul>Support for Book Trade events&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Liaising to confirm slots for pitching events where publishers pitch their books to the major book festivals in Scotland</li><li>Hosting publishers and representatives of the relevant festival and ensuring the smooth running of pitching events</li><li>Liaising to confirm slots for Meet the Buyers days</li><li>Liaising with publishers on attendance for online Open Book sessions&nbsp;</li></ul>Administrative support for the annual Publishing Scotland Trade Day&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Assisting with compiling PowerPoint presentations for Fever Pitch and Opening Quiz</li><li>Liaising with publishers on book samples, food allergies and author attendance</li><li>Compiling seating plans and attendee lists</li><li>Assisting with signage and attendee lanyards</li><li>Assisting with setup on the day, making sure tables are ready for publishers&nbsp;</li></ul>Involvement with PS Data and Metadata projects&nbsp; What you will learn<ul><li>How to work in a small, collaborative team and be supported to develop essential professional skills, including communication, time management and planning</li><li>The routes that books take to market including:<ul><li>How publishers pitch books to booksellers and festivals</li><li>How publishers market their books to different types of customers</li><li>How publishers market their books directly to readers &nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>The publishing sector in Scotland including:<ul><li>Different types of publishing companies</li><li>Different genres of publishing</li><li>The key authors, agents, and publishing companies to be aware of&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul> What you will gain<ul><li>Experience of content management for a website and digital marketing via social media</li><li>Insights into how efficient systems sit at the heart of successful publishing businesses and organisations</li><li>Multiple opportunities to visit a variety of publishing businesses</li><li>The opportunity to visit and possibly do a short placement at the distributor BookSource</li></ul> What we are looking for<ul><li>Passionate about the world of books and publishing with a particular interest in learning how books are pitched, marketed and sold</li><li>Knowledge or experience using social media professionally and a content management system (ideally WordPress or similar) is beneficial</li><li>Experience organising or hosting events would be beneficial</li><li>Good analytical and problem solving skills</li><li>Good Excel skills (or the aptitude to learn them)</li><li>A willingness to ask questions about how things are done, and why</li><li>Strong organisational skills</li><li>A demonstrable high level of literacy - academic qualifications are not the only way to demonstrate these</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is open to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates.This role is part-funded by the Mo Siewcharran Memorial Fund which supports internships for young talent from ethnicities that are under-represented in the theatre, publishing and music industries.

Publishing Scotland

Marketing, data and events assistant trainee

Closing date for applications: 4th January 2026Salary: £28,750 per annum - Full-time (35 hours per week)&nbsp; Launch your publishing career at Faber, supporting the rights and contracts that bring prize-winning books to life.Faber and Faber is a leading independent publishing house in London. They publish prize-winning fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books, as well as an unrivalled list of modern poets and playwrights. Among their list of writers, Faber and Faber have five Booker Prize winners and eleven Nobel Laureates and continue to seek out the most exciting and innovative writers at work today.We are looking to recruit a rights and contracts assistant to provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the rights and contracts departments. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your publishing career by supporting two key teams within Faber. ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will handle licensing and supply of production materials and assist with drafting and negotiating straightforward contractual agreements and addenda under supervision, including sub-rights contracts, publisher release forms and, where necessary, head contracts.You will process contracts for signature via DocuSign, upload newly signed head and sub-rights agreements into Biblio, and ensure all contractual records are accurately maintained. The position also involves managing renewals and reversions for subsidiary rights and head contracts, as well as organising book fairs by coordinating appointment schedules and preparing sales materials such as biannual rights guides.You will handle a range of administrative tasks across the rights and contracts departments, including tracking unsigned contracts, updating records, managing departmental mailings, and coordinating book orders, author copies and submissions. Building strong working relationships with royalties, editorial, authors, agents and licensees will be essential as you respond to queries and facilitate smooth communication. You will also provide general administrative support to the contracts and rights teams and contribute flexibly to other tasks as required. Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceThe ideal candidate will be organised, have an eye for detail, an excellent communicator, and be great with people. You’ll enjoy and have the ability to build positive working relationships both internally and externally. You will demonstrate good time management, be able to handle multiple tasks at once, and enjoy solving problems. You’ll thrive working in and supporting a team, while also having the confidence to work independently. Keeping things running smoothly with straightforward, practical judgement is a must. Self-motivation is essential, and an interest in copyright and international publishing would be an advantage.If the above sounds like you, then we would love to receive your application. Additional informationTo apply, please upload a covering letter and CV by clicking 'Apply' quoting reference CA.This is a permanent, full-time position based in our London office in Farringdon. We offer a hybrid working model, with four days a week in the office during probation for this position, reducing to three days a week.This position will be reporting to the senior rights manager.Faber has a staff of just over 140, based across our offices in Hatton Garden (London) and Harlow. We want all our staff to have the best possible, most positive and enjoyable experience while working at Faber. Our benefits include:<ul><li>Access to Faber titles (including regular staff book clubs), discounted Independent Alliance titles</li><li>Minimum of 28 days’ holiday per year</li><li>Five days per year for volunteering work of your choice</li><li>Full subscription to the Headspace meditation app</li><li>Season-ticket loans</li><li>Cycle-to-work vouchers</li><li>Subsidised eye tests</li><li>Generous pension scheme</li><li>Life assurance and income protection insurance</li><li>Access to online GP and advisory services</li></ul>Please note that all personal information which we process in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our Data Protection Privacy Notice at<a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/privacy-policy/gdpr-data-protection-privacy-notice/" target="_blank">&nbsp;https://www.faber.co.uk/privacy-policy/gdpr-data-protection-privacy-notice/</a>. Please read this notice before submitting your application. We welcome applications from any individual regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. All applications will be considered on merit.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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