Who we are and what we do Wildfire Books is a boutique imprint of Headline Publishing Group that launched in 2016. Our aim is to publish forward-thinking, agenda-setting fiction and non-fiction that sparks conversation and spreads like wildfire - books, as we like to say, that have a bit of soul. The results speak for themselves: over the last ten years, we're proud to have had many Sunday Times bestsellers and our books have been nominated for the Women's Prize, International Booker Prize, the Orwell Prize, Cundill History Prize, Hawthornden Prize, Baillie Gifford Prize, National Book Award, Carnegie Medal, Book of the Year at the Nibbies, McKitterick Prize, National Book Critics Circle, Pulitzer Prize, CWA Daggers, and more. What you'll be doing We have an exciting opportunity for someone looking for the next step in their publishing career to join the Wildfire editorial team as Editorial Director for non-fiction. If you are creatively minded, have a passion for reading non-fiction and an eye for spotting new talent then we would love to hear from you. We are looking for someone to lead our non-fiction publishing on the Wildfire list, commissioning and publishing unmissable titles, particularly focusing on the growing serious non-fiction sector of the UK market. You'll be looking at market trends, developing potential ideas for books, developing and maintaining external connections, thinking creatively about how to approach your own curated non-fiction list, and working with the publishing team on the strategic development of the Wildfire imprint. Reporting to the Publishing Director, you will be working within a small and supportive team to ensure that Wildfire continues to bring remarkable new non-fiction to the market, books which fire the imagination, books which inspire and inform. Who we are looking for We are looking for someone who has several years of publishing experience, with a real passion for high-quality non-fiction. You must be a self-starter with a meticulous eye for detail and excellent organisation and problem-solving skills. You will be able to communicate well and build positive working relationships with contacts at all levels, and work collaboratively as part of a team. You will have strong acquiring track record, meticulous editing skills, and the ability to lead the strategic direction of our non-fiction list. You will be a key member of the Wildfire editorial team, a place where having an entrepreneurial mindset and a confident vision to deliver sales success is championed. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate an awareness of emerging trends non-fiction, will have a flair for IP development, and strive to put the consumer at the heart of everything they do. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do Wildfire Books is a boutique imprint of Headline Publishing Group that launched in 2016. Our aim is to publish forward-thinking, agenda-setting fiction and non-fiction that sparks conversation and spreads like wildfire - books, as we like to say, that have a bit of soul. The results speak for themselves: over the last ten years, we're proud to have had many Sunday Times bestsellers and our books have been nominated for the Women's Prize, International Booker Prize, the Orwell Prize, Cundill History Prize, Hawthornden Prize, Baillie Gifford Prize, National Book Award, Carnegie Medal, Book of the Year at the Nibbies, McKitterick Prize, National Book Critics Circle, Pulitzer Prize, CWA Daggers, and more. What you'll be doing We have an exciting opportunity for someone looking for the next step in their publishing career to join the Wildfire editorial team as Editorial Director for non-fiction. If you are creatively minded, have a passion for reading non-fiction and an eye for spotting new talent then we would love to hear from you. We are looking for someone to lead our non-fiction publishing on the Wildfire list, commissioning and publishing unmissable titles, particularly focusing on the growing serious non-fiction sector of the UK market. You'll be looking at market trends, developing potential ideas for books, developing and maintaining external connections, thinking creatively about how to approach your own curated non-fiction list, and working with the publishing team on the strategic development of the Wildfire imprint. Reporting to the Publishing Director, you will be working within a small and supportive team to ensure that Wildfire continues to bring remarkable new non-fiction to the market, books which fire the imagination, books which inspire and inform. Who we are looking for We are looking for someone who has several years of publishing experience, with a real passion for high-quality non-fiction. You must be a self-starter with a meticulous eye for detail and excellent organisation and problem-solving skills. You will be able to communicate well and build positive working relationships with contacts at all levels, and work collaboratively as part of a team. You will have strong acquiring track record, meticulous editing skills, and the ability to lead the strategic direction of our non-fiction list. You will be a key member of the Wildfire editorial team, a place where having an entrepreneurial mindset and a confident vision to deliver sales success is championed. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate an awareness of emerging trends non-fiction, will have a flair for IP development, and strive to put the consumer at the heart of everything they do. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Who we are and what we do About Hachette UK Hachette UK is a creative powerhouse and the UK's second largest book publishing group. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. We're made up of 12 autonomous publishing divisions and over 60 imprints with a rich and diverse history and an incredible range of authors. We're also the market leader in e-books and publish a range of bestsellers in audio format, the fastest growing part of our business. Our award-winning adult publishing divisions are Orion, which won Publisher of the Year at the 2021 British Book Awards; Little, Brown; John Murray Press; Hodder & Stoughton; Headline; Quercus; Octopus, Bookouture and Dialogue Books. They publish fiction and non-fiction in digital, audio and print format, from the world's best and most diverse authors, including Brit Bennett, Candice Carty-Williams, Martina Cole, Michael Connelly, John Grisham, Stephen King, Stieg Larsson, Nelson Mandela, Stephenie Meyer, Maggie O'Farrell, Delia Owens, Ian Rankin, J.K. Rowling, Colson Whitehead, and Malala Yousafzai. Hachette Children's Group publishes a wide and vibrant range of books for children across all age ranges, while Hodder Education is a market leader in resources for both primary and secondary schools. Hachette UK is part of Hachette Livre, the world's third largest trade and educational publisher. As well as our headquarters in Carmelite House, London, and our state-of-the-art book distribution centre in Didcot, Oxfordshire, we have recently opened five new offices in Manchester, Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle, and Edinburgh. The UK region also includes offices in Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore, the Caribbean, and Ireland. It's an exciting time to join our business because the publishing market continues to grow and thrive. The UK remains the largest exporter of physical books in the world and book adaptations for film and TV are the foundation of the UK's creative industries. What you'll be doing This role, sitting within the EUC team, has a lot of variety to it. EUC Engineers are expected to balance a number of different work and project streams and have a number of different elements to it, from looking into issues and escalations to identifying project risks and recommending practical solutions - no day is ever the same. Maintain and manage Microsoft services, including Active Directory, Entra ID, SCCM, Intune and Microsoft 365, ensuring these services operate securely and effectively in line with cybersecurity best practice. Maintain our Mac estate using JAMF services. Maintain high levels of compliance across our end-user estate in line with our security policies. Take end-to-end ownership of EUC projects and technical workstreams, driving delivery from initial requirements and planning through to implementation, handover and post-implementation review. Manage actions, risks, dependencies and timelines, ensuring successful delivery and clear accountability. Act as a trusted point of contact for key stakeholders across IT and the wider business, translating business requirements into practical technical solutions and ensuring progress, risks and decisions are communicated clearly. Troubleshoot technical issues relating to end-user computing across both hardware and software, proactively addressing challenges to minimise downtime and improve the user experience. Develop, update and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including user guides, process documentation and training materials, ensuring information is accurate and kept up to date. Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers to resolve issues promptly and ensure effective delivery of IT services. Provide exceptional customer service and support to employees regarding EUC-related issues, acting as a point of escalation where required. Maintain Hachette's identity and access management platforms to enable effective automation of starter, leaver and mover processes. Implement, maintain and administer a variety of SaaS solutions as required, including Zoom, Dropbox, DocuSign and Adobe. There may be some travel required to our National Offices during projects. Who we are looking for The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of technical expertise and will enjoy problem-solving and troubleshooting. They will also have strong stakeholder management and leadership skills, both when working collaboratively within the team and the broader IT Team, and in cross-functional project meetings, when representing IT, and on occasion deputising for the Team Lead. Some key requirements for the role include; Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Azure, Microsoft 365, SCCM and Intune, with hands-on experience in these technologies. Microsoft Associate or Expert certification is preferred. JAMF accreditation or equivalent hands-on experience. Experience of owning or leading technical projects or workstreams, coordinating delivery across multiple teams and third-party suppliers. A strong sense of ownership and accountability, with the confidence to take responsibility for work and see it through to completion. Able to balance operational responsibilities with project delivery and manage competing priorities effectively. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf 12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! The role will be based at our Didcot office with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Our commitment Hachette 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do About Hachette UK Hachette UK is a creative powerhouse and the UK's second largest book publishing group. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. We're made up of 12 autonomous publishing divisions and over 60 imprints with a rich and diverse history and an incredible range of authors. We're also the market leader in e-books and publish a range of bestsellers in audio format, the fastest growing part of our business. Our award-winning adult publishing divisions are Orion, which won Publisher of the Year at the 2021 British Book Awards; Little, Brown; John Murray Press; Hodder & Stoughton; Headline; Quercus; Octopus, Bookouture and Dialogue Books. They publish fiction and non-fiction in digital, audio and print format, from the world's best and most diverse authors, including Brit Bennett, Candice Carty-Williams, Martina Cole, Michael Connelly, John Grisham, Stephen King, Stieg Larsson, Nelson Mandela, Stephenie Meyer, Maggie O'Farrell, Delia Owens, Ian Rankin, J.K. Rowling, Colson Whitehead, and Malala Yousafzai. Hachette Children's Group publishes a wide and vibrant range of books for children across all age ranges, while Hodder Education is a market leader in resources for both primary and secondary schools. Hachette UK is part of Hachette Livre, the world's third largest trade and educational publisher. As well as our headquarters in Carmelite House, London, and our state-of-the-art book distribution centre in Didcot, Oxfordshire, we have recently opened five new offices in Manchester, Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle, and Edinburgh. The UK region also includes offices in Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore, the Caribbean, and Ireland. It's an exciting time to join our business because the publishing market continues to grow and thrive. The UK remains the largest exporter of physical books in the world and book adaptations for film and TV are the foundation of the UK's creative industries. What you'll be doing This role, sitting within the EUC team, has a lot of variety to it. EUC Engineers are expected to balance a number of different work and project streams and have a number of different elements to it, from looking into issues and escalations to identifying project risks and recommending practical solutions - no day is ever the same. Maintain and manage Microsoft services, including Active Directory, Entra ID, SCCM, Intune and Microsoft 365, ensuring these services operate securely and effectively in line with cybersecurity best practice. Maintain our Mac estate using JAMF services. Maintain high levels of compliance across our end-user estate in line with our security policies. Take end-to-end ownership of EUC projects and technical workstreams, driving delivery from initial requirements and planning through to implementation, handover and post-implementation review. Manage actions, risks, dependencies and timelines, ensuring successful delivery and clear accountability. Act as a trusted point of contact for key stakeholders across IT and the wider business, translating business requirements into practical technical solutions and ensuring progress, risks and decisions are communicated clearly. Troubleshoot technical issues relating to end-user computing across both hardware and software, proactively addressing challenges to minimise downtime and improve the user experience. Develop, update and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including user guides, process documentation and training materials, ensuring information is accurate and kept up to date. Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers to resolve issues promptly and ensure effective delivery of IT services. Provide exceptional customer service and support to employees regarding EUC-related issues, acting as a point of escalation where required. Maintain Hachette's identity and access management platforms to enable effective automation of starter, leaver and mover processes. Implement, maintain and administer a variety of SaaS solutions as required, including Zoom, Dropbox, DocuSign and Adobe. There may be some travel required to our National Offices during projects. Who we are looking for The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of technical expertise and will enjoy problem-solving and troubleshooting. They will also have strong stakeholder management and leadership skills, both when working collaboratively within the team and the broader IT Team, and in cross-functional project meetings, when representing IT, and on occasion deputising for the Team Lead. Some key requirements for the role include; Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Azure, Microsoft 365, SCCM and Intune, with hands-on experience in these technologies. Microsoft Associate or Expert certification is preferred. JAMF accreditation or equivalent hands-on experience. Experience of owning or leading technical projects or workstreams, coordinating delivery across multiple teams and third-party suppliers. A strong sense of ownership and accountability, with the confidence to take responsibility for work and see it through to completion. Able to balance operational responsibilities with project delivery and manage competing priorities effectively. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf 12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! The role will be based at our Didcot office with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Our commitment Hachette 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
Who we are and what we do At Hachette Learning (formerly Hodder Education), there's one thing we're certain about. No two students learn the same way. That's why our approach to teaching begins by recognising the needs of individuals first. Our mission is to enable every learner to fulfil their unique potential by empowering those who teach them. From our expert teaching and learning resources to our digital educational tools that make learning easier and more accessible for all, we provide solutions designed to maximise the impact of learning for every teacher, parent and student. Aligned with our parent company, Hachette Livre, founded in 1826, we're proud to deliver high-quality learning solutions on a global scale. We make it easier for everyone to unlock a new world of learning. Hachette Learning is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 10 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 As part of the Global Product Marketing team, the Product Marketing Manager helps to drive revenue and profit for the global assessment and primary product portfolios at Hachette Learning. The portfolio includes educational resources for UK and International curriculums across a range of subjects and age ranges. The Product Marketing Manager is responsible for planning, executing and reporting on the pre-launch, launch and post-launch marketing strategy for the UK and international markets. Using the full range of print and digital marketing channels, the Product Marketing Manager will draw on best practice to deliver customer-focused, lead and revenue generating campaigns. They will also deliver sales and marketing toolkits to support the product lifecycle from pre-launch through to launch and post launch. They will work closely with the Product and Sales Teams, as well as authors, agencies and other third parties. Key Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of customer segments, buyer needs, market trends, and competitor activity to inform product positioning and messaging. Support the development and execution of product marketing plans that drive awareness, engagement, pipeline, and revenue across the Hachette Learning portfolio. Lead the go-to-market execution for new print, digital, and subscription product launches, ensuring alignment across marketing, sales, product, and customer success teams. Create compelling product messaging and value propositions that clearly communicate customer benefits and differentiation. Develop high-quality product marketing assets, including sales enablement materials, customer case studies, presentations, battle cards, product guides, videos, website copy, and campaign content. Work closely with demand generation colleagues to deliver integrated, multi-channel campaigns that generate leads and support customer acquisition and retention goals for Primary & Assessment portfolios. Partner with brand & PR teams to contribute product-focused thought leadership and customer success stories. Support sales teams through training, product briefings, competitive insights, and the creation of effective sales enablement resources. Conduct market and competitor research to identify market opportunities, customer needs, and emerging trends. Monitor and analyse campaign, launch, and product performance metrics, providing recommendations to optimise future activity. Use CRM and performance data to support audience segmentation, targeting, customer profiling, and decision-making. Collaborate with product management and platform teams to ensure customer insights inform product development and roadmap decisions. Manage individual product marketing projects and budgets, ensuring activity is delivered on time and within agreed investment levels. Act as the product marketing representative in cross-functional project teams for Primary & Assessment, supporting product readiness and go-to-market planning. Who we are looking for Experience Previous marketing experience - ideally education, edtech, or publishing Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and delivering results within tight deadlines Strong budgetary experience to help ensure campaigns are planned and delivered profitably with high ROI Skills Ability to develop and execute successful, comprehensive Go to Market campaigns with global reach that drive awareness, adoption and growth, and achieve business objectives. Tactical acumen to map customer journeys to a range of digital and print products, understanding and optimising the customer needs, pain points and lifecycle to generate high levels of interest, demand and retention. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to produce and oversee creative high-quality marketing materials (e.g., case studies, whitepapers, blogs, videos, sales enablement tools etc) . Analytical skills to interrogate data on customer trends and segments, build key personas and position compelling value propositions for each target audience. Performance and reporting skills to measure and clearly communicate campaign and product marketing performance (KPIs, ROI) A self-starter with ownership mentality, excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, the confidence to manage key stakeholders, brief demand generation marketing executives and agencies and work collaboratively with different teams. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to changing market trends and business needs. Customer-centric mindset - focused on understanding and solving customer problems. Analytical & data-driven, with the ability to make decisions based on data and research Strong digital literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, canva, social media and email marketing automation software is desirable. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! The role will be based at our London office, with a blend of 3 in-office days (Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays) and homeworking for the remaining 2 days per week. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do At Hachette Learning (formerly Hodder Education), there's one thing we're certain about. No two students learn the same way. That's why our approach to teaching begins by recognising the needs of individuals first. Our mission is to enable every learner to fulfil their unique potential by empowering those who teach them. From our expert teaching and learning resources to our digital educational tools that make learning easier and more accessible for all, we provide solutions designed to maximise the impact of learning for every teacher, parent and student. Aligned with our parent company, Hachette Livre, founded in 1826, we're proud to deliver high-quality learning solutions on a global scale. We make it easier for everyone to unlock a new world of learning. Hachette Learning is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 10 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 As part of the Global Product Marketing team, the Product Marketing Manager helps to drive revenue and profit for the global assessment and primary product portfolios at Hachette Learning. The portfolio includes educational resources for UK and International curriculums across a range of subjects and age ranges. The Product Marketing Manager is responsible for planning, executing and reporting on the pre-launch, launch and post-launch marketing strategy for the UK and international markets. Using the full range of print and digital marketing channels, the Product Marketing Manager will draw on best practice to deliver customer-focused, lead and revenue generating campaigns. They will also deliver sales and marketing toolkits to support the product lifecycle from pre-launch through to launch and post launch. They will work closely with the Product and Sales Teams, as well as authors, agencies and other third parties. Key Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of customer segments, buyer needs, market trends, and competitor activity to inform product positioning and messaging. Support the development and execution of product marketing plans that drive awareness, engagement, pipeline, and revenue across the Hachette Learning portfolio. Lead the go-to-market execution for new print, digital, and subscription product launches, ensuring alignment across marketing, sales, product, and customer success teams. Create compelling product messaging and value propositions that clearly communicate customer benefits and differentiation. Develop high-quality product marketing assets, including sales enablement materials, customer case studies, presentations, battle cards, product guides, videos, website copy, and campaign content. Work closely with demand generation colleagues to deliver integrated, multi-channel campaigns that generate leads and support customer acquisition and retention goals for Primary & Assessment portfolios. Partner with brand & PR teams to contribute product-focused thought leadership and customer success stories. Support sales teams through training, product briefings, competitive insights, and the creation of effective sales enablement resources. Conduct market and competitor research to identify market opportunities, customer needs, and emerging trends. Monitor and analyse campaign, launch, and product performance metrics, providing recommendations to optimise future activity. Use CRM and performance data to support audience segmentation, targeting, customer profiling, and decision-making. Collaborate with product management and platform teams to ensure customer insights inform product development and roadmap decisions. Manage individual product marketing projects and budgets, ensuring activity is delivered on time and within agreed investment levels. Act as the product marketing representative in cross-functional project teams for Primary & Assessment, supporting product readiness and go-to-market planning. Who we are looking for Experience Previous marketing experience - ideally education, edtech, or publishing Experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and delivering results within tight deadlines Strong budgetary experience to help ensure campaigns are planned and delivered profitably with high ROI Skills Ability to develop and execute successful, comprehensive Go to Market campaigns with global reach that drive awareness, adoption and growth, and achieve business objectives. Tactical acumen to map customer journeys to a range of digital and print products, understanding and optimising the customer needs, pain points and lifecycle to generate high levels of interest, demand and retention. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to produce and oversee creative high-quality marketing materials (e.g., case studies, whitepapers, blogs, videos, sales enablement tools etc) . Analytical skills to interrogate data on customer trends and segments, build key personas and position compelling value propositions for each target audience. Performance and reporting skills to measure and clearly communicate campaign and product marketing performance (KPIs, ROI) A self-starter with ownership mentality, excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, the confidence to manage key stakeholders, brief demand generation marketing executives and agencies and work collaboratively with different teams. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to changing market trends and business needs. Customer-centric mindset - focused on understanding and solving customer problems. Analytical & data-driven, with the ability to make decisions based on data and research Strong digital literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, canva, social media and email marketing automation software is desirable. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! The role will be based at our London office, with a blend of 3 in-office days (Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays) and homeworking for the remaining 2 days per week. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Who we are and what we do We, Hachette UK Distribution, are the leading book distribution company in the UK. We are one of the most advanced distribution centres in Europe, with leading-edge automation and modern systems which will ensure world-class service to customers and publisher clients. We ship in excess of 60 million books globally each year and supply one out of every four books to the UK trade. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. Hachette UK Distribution is part of the Hachette UK publishing group. What you'll be doing As a Team Leader in Despatch at Hachette UK Distribution, you will be responsible for overseeing the outbound operations across multiple warehouse functions. You will play a pivotal role in leading, developing, and motivating a team to ensure high levels of performance, safety, and customer satisfaction. This includes day-to-day management of workflow, strategic planning of outbound loads, and ensuring compliance with warehouse standards and systems. This role demands strong leadership skills, the ability to manage change and continuous improvement initiatives, and effective collaboration with both internal stakeholders and external partners. Interested? Please see job description. Who we are looking for Experience in a fast-paced warehouse or logistics environment is a must. Strong organisational, planning, and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to lead by example and drive a high-performance culture. Proficiency in using WMS (preferably BY WMS) and standard office systems. Proven ability to manage change and improve processes. Understanding of Health & Safety and warehouse compliance. Desirable: FLT licence or willingness to undergo training. Experience working with third-party logistics (3PL) or client liaison. Understanding of MHE operations, licences, and maintenance processes. Please see job description for more. What we offer Our people are our greatest asset and our benefits reflect this. Therefore, we offer an extensive list of benefits that include: 35 days annual holiday including Bank Holidays Pension Plan and Life Assurance schemes Company enhanced family policy including maternity, paternity and shared parental Reward programme giving discounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailers 2 Community Days per year Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Generous discounts on books we publish Mental Health First Aiders / Champions and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wide-ranging training library Development Programmes including Mentoring Staff Events Many employee networks to join Free onsite parking Free tea and coffee Our commitment Hachette 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 your interview, please let us know. We will notify all candidates of the outcome of their application.
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do We, Hachette UK Distribution, are the leading book distribution company in the UK. We are one of the most advanced distribution centres in Europe, with leading-edge automation and modern systems which will ensure world-class service to customers and publisher clients. We ship in excess of 60 million books globally each year and supply one out of every four books to the UK trade. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. Hachette UK Distribution is part of the Hachette UK publishing group. What you'll be doing As a Team Leader in Despatch at Hachette UK Distribution, you will be responsible for overseeing the outbound operations across multiple warehouse functions. You will play a pivotal role in leading, developing, and motivating a team to ensure high levels of performance, safety, and customer satisfaction. This includes day-to-day management of workflow, strategic planning of outbound loads, and ensuring compliance with warehouse standards and systems. This role demands strong leadership skills, the ability to manage change and continuous improvement initiatives, and effective collaboration with both internal stakeholders and external partners. Interested? Please see job description. Who we are looking for Experience in a fast-paced warehouse or logistics environment is a must. Strong organisational, planning, and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to lead by example and drive a high-performance culture. Proficiency in using WMS (preferably BY WMS) and standard office systems. Proven ability to manage change and improve processes. Understanding of Health & Safety and warehouse compliance. Desirable: FLT licence or willingness to undergo training. Experience working with third-party logistics (3PL) or client liaison. Understanding of MHE operations, licences, and maintenance processes. Please see job description for more. What we offer Our people are our greatest asset and our benefits reflect this. Therefore, we offer an extensive list of benefits that include: 35 days annual holiday including Bank Holidays Pension Plan and Life Assurance schemes Company enhanced family policy including maternity, paternity and shared parental Reward programme giving discounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailers 2 Community Days per year Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Generous discounts on books we publish Mental Health First Aiders / Champions and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wide-ranging training library Development Programmes including Mentoring Staff Events Many employee networks to join Free onsite parking Free tea and coffee Our commitment Hachette 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 your interview, please let us know. We will notify all candidates of the outcome of their application.
Who we are and what we do The Orion Publishing Group, a division of Hachette UK, publishes commercial, award-winning fiction, non-fiction and gift titles, and is home to bestselling authors and brands including Ian Rankin, Adam Kay, Michael Connelly, Emily English, Malala Yousafzai, Brandon Sanderson, Jamie Smart, Veronica Henry, Philippe Sands, Candice Carty-Williams, Joe Abercrombie, Florence Knapp and The World of puzzle series. At Orion, we believe every story matters. Open, agile, passionate and innovative, our mission is to bring the best publishing to the greatest variety of people. Ambitious to continually raise the bar, we believe good stories can come from anywhere and we encourage and value contributions from all our staff. Our multi-award-winning and collaborative Communications team has a proud track record of delivering high-impact, creative, sales-driving campaigns that bring our books and gifts to the widest possible audience. What you'll be doing This is an exciting opportunity to join Orion's award-winning and dynamic Communications team, working across a varied list of fiction, non-fiction and gift publishing. As a confident and creative campaigner, you will play a key role in delivering consumer-focused marketing campaigns and will work with a wide range of authors and creative partners. Leading the development and delivery of standout marketing campaigns from acquisition through publication and beyond, bringing Orion's books and gifts to life and driving sales Creating bold, insight-led campaign strategies with clear positioning, audience targeting and measurable outcomes Overseeing digital marketing strategy and execution across paid and organic channels, optimising performance through data and analytics Working closely with Editorial, Publicity and Sales teams to ensure campaigns are strategically aligned Driving forward the Laurence King imprint community growth strategy alongside a senior team member, flexing your creative muscles to effectively engage a wide range of gift audiences Building strong relationships with authors, creative partners, agents, retailers and other external partners to maximise reach and impact Identifying opportunities to grow audiences, build brand equity and deepen direct-to-consumer engagement Playing a supporting role in major brand campaigns, contributing to the overall success of the Orion list Managing multiple projects and budgets simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Who we are looking for We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in delivering creative and effective marketing campaigns. You will enjoy working as part of a supportive team and relish the opportunity to flex your creative muscles - always with an eye on our commercial goals. Our team plays a key role at every stage of our books' and gifts' journey, from acquisition to publication and beyond. You will be innately curious about consumer behaviour and will be able to demonstrate how that has been applied in a consumer-focused marketing role; experience working on publishing or gift campaigns is a bonus, but not essential. You will be experienced across all aspects of marketing and adept at working collaboratively with publicity, sales and creative teams to craft pitch-perfect strategies that place the consumer at the heart of every campaign. Thoughtful planning, excellent budget management and timely execution will be hallmarks of your work. You will also be well versed in all aspects of stakeholder management and ideally have experience in working across large teams, demonstrating excellent communication skills. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do The Orion Publishing Group, a division of Hachette UK, publishes commercial, award-winning fiction, non-fiction and gift titles, and is home to bestselling authors and brands including Ian Rankin, Adam Kay, Michael Connelly, Emily English, Malala Yousafzai, Brandon Sanderson, Jamie Smart, Veronica Henry, Philippe Sands, Candice Carty-Williams, Joe Abercrombie, Florence Knapp and The World of puzzle series. At Orion, we believe every story matters. Open, agile, passionate and innovative, our mission is to bring the best publishing to the greatest variety of people. Ambitious to continually raise the bar, we believe good stories can come from anywhere and we encourage and value contributions from all our staff. Our multi-award-winning and collaborative Communications team has a proud track record of delivering high-impact, creative, sales-driving campaigns that bring our books and gifts to the widest possible audience. What you'll be doing This is an exciting opportunity to join Orion's award-winning and dynamic Communications team, working across a varied list of fiction, non-fiction and gift publishing. As a confident and creative campaigner, you will play a key role in delivering consumer-focused marketing campaigns and will work with a wide range of authors and creative partners. Leading the development and delivery of standout marketing campaigns from acquisition through publication and beyond, bringing Orion's books and gifts to life and driving sales Creating bold, insight-led campaign strategies with clear positioning, audience targeting and measurable outcomes Overseeing digital marketing strategy and execution across paid and organic channels, optimising performance through data and analytics Working closely with Editorial, Publicity and Sales teams to ensure campaigns are strategically aligned Driving forward the Laurence King imprint community growth strategy alongside a senior team member, flexing your creative muscles to effectively engage a wide range of gift audiences Building strong relationships with authors, creative partners, agents, retailers and other external partners to maximise reach and impact Identifying opportunities to grow audiences, build brand equity and deepen direct-to-consumer engagement Playing a supporting role in major brand campaigns, contributing to the overall success of the Orion list Managing multiple projects and budgets simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Who we are looking for We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in delivering creative and effective marketing campaigns. You will enjoy working as part of a supportive team and relish the opportunity to flex your creative muscles - always with an eye on our commercial goals. Our team plays a key role at every stage of our books' and gifts' journey, from acquisition to publication and beyond. You will be innately curious about consumer behaviour and will be able to demonstrate how that has been applied in a consumer-focused marketing role; experience working on publishing or gift campaigns is a bonus, but not essential. You will be experienced across all aspects of marketing and adept at working collaboratively with publicity, sales and creative teams to craft pitch-perfect strategies that place the consumer at the heart of every campaign. Thoughtful planning, excellent budget management and timely execution will be hallmarks of your work. You will also be well versed in all aspects of stakeholder management and ideally have experience in working across large teams, demonstrating excellent communication skills. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Who we are and what we do We, Hachette UK Distribution, are the leading book distribution company in the UK. We are one of the most advanced distribution centres in Europe, with leading-edge automation and modern systems which will ensure world-class service to customers and publisher clients. We ship in excess of 80 million books globally each year and supply one out of every four books to the UK trade. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. Hachette UK Distribution is part of the Hachette UK publishing group. What you'll be doing We're looking for an accomplished Executive Assistant to provide trusted administrative and organisational support to the HUKD CEO, with ad hoc support for the wider leadership team. You'll help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly, ensuring the CEO can focus on key priorities and assisting the successful delivery of events at our site. This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys anticipating needs, solving problems and bringing order to a fast-moving environment. From diary and inbox management to events, travel, communications and project support, you'll act as a professional and discreet partner to senior leaders and stakeholders. This is an on-site part time role, totalling 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm. Manage a busy, fast-moving diary, balancing competing priorities and resolving clashes before they arise. Review and prioritise emails, calls and invitations, responding directly or drafting correspondence on behalf of the CEO. Maintain efficient inbox and file-management systems for key information and documents. Organise regular meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Draft and coordinate site communications, bringing together contributions from across the business. Prepare, format and proofread high-quality presentations, reports and confidential documents. Plan off-site strategy days, client meetings, lunches and evening events, working closely with venues and suppliers. Coordinate site events in partnership with third-party suppliers and Facilities teams. Support projects through activity coordination, action tracking, data analysis and presentations Who we are looking for Proven experience supporting senior executives as an Executive Assistant or in an equivalent role. Excellent organisation, prioritisation and forward-planning skills, with the ability to manage changing demands and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the judgement to reflect the CEO's and company's tone. Experience coordinating events, venues, catering and third-party suppliers. Experience supporting projects, presentations and senior leadership teams. Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new systems and processes. Sound judgement, initiative and confidence working independently. A collaborative, credible and approachable style, with strong stakeholder-management skills. Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, can-do approach. The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle sensitive information with complete confidentiality and discretion. What we offer Our people are our greatest asset and our benefits reflect this. Therefore, we offer an extensive list of benefits that include: 35 days annual holiday including Bank Holidays Pension Plan and Life Assurance schemes Company enhanced family policy including maternity, paternity and shared parental Reward programme giving discounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailers 2 Community Days per year Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Generous discounts on books we publish Mental Health First Aiders / Champions and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wide-ranging training library Development Programmes including Mentoring Staff Events Many employee networks to join Free onsite parking Free tea and coffee Our commitment Hachette 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 your interview, please let us know. We will notify all candidates of the outcome of their application.
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do We, Hachette UK Distribution, are the leading book distribution company in the UK. We are one of the most advanced distribution centres in Europe, with leading-edge automation and modern systems which will ensure world-class service to customers and publisher clients. We ship in excess of 80 million books globally each year and supply one out of every four books to the UK trade. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. Hachette UK Distribution is part of the Hachette UK publishing group. What you'll be doing We're looking for an accomplished Executive Assistant to provide trusted administrative and organisational support to the HUKD CEO, with ad hoc support for the wider leadership team. You'll help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly, ensuring the CEO can focus on key priorities and assisting the successful delivery of events at our site. This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys anticipating needs, solving problems and bringing order to a fast-moving environment. From diary and inbox management to events, travel, communications and project support, you'll act as a professional and discreet partner to senior leaders and stakeholders. This is an on-site part time role, totalling 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm. Manage a busy, fast-moving diary, balancing competing priorities and resolving clashes before they arise. Review and prioritise emails, calls and invitations, responding directly or drafting correspondence on behalf of the CEO. Maintain efficient inbox and file-management systems for key information and documents. Organise regular meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Draft and coordinate site communications, bringing together contributions from across the business. Prepare, format and proofread high-quality presentations, reports and confidential documents. Plan off-site strategy days, client meetings, lunches and evening events, working closely with venues and suppliers. Coordinate site events in partnership with third-party suppliers and Facilities teams. Support projects through activity coordination, action tracking, data analysis and presentations Who we are looking for Proven experience supporting senior executives as an Executive Assistant or in an equivalent role. Excellent organisation, prioritisation and forward-planning skills, with the ability to manage changing demands and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the judgement to reflect the CEO's and company's tone. Experience coordinating events, venues, catering and third-party suppliers. Experience supporting projects, presentations and senior leadership teams. Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new systems and processes. Sound judgement, initiative and confidence working independently. A collaborative, credible and approachable style, with strong stakeholder-management skills. Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, can-do approach. The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle sensitive information with complete confidentiality and discretion. What we offer Our people are our greatest asset and our benefits reflect this. Therefore, we offer an extensive list of benefits that include: 35 days annual holiday including Bank Holidays Pension Plan and Life Assurance schemes Company enhanced family policy including maternity, paternity and shared parental Reward programme giving discounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailers 2 Community Days per year Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Generous discounts on books we publish Mental Health First Aiders / Champions and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wide-ranging training library Development Programmes including Mentoring Staff Events Many employee networks to join Free onsite parking Free tea and coffee Our commitment Hachette 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 your interview, please let us know. We will notify all candidates of the outcome of their application.
Who we are and what we do Hachette Children's Group is one of the UK's largest children's publishers, our mission is to make it easy for children and young people everywhere to access books and see themselves reflected. We aim to maximise our readers' life chances by inspiring a lifelong love of reading, publishing books for every stage of their journey to adulthood from Enid Blyton to Alice Oseman's Heartstopper. Hachette Children's Group is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 10 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 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented, motivated and creative Designer to join the Hachette Children's Non-Fiction team in a full-time, fixed term position for 9 months. This is a broad and varied role, and the right candidate will embrace working closely with the editors, the Senior Designer and the Art Director in the development of new and existing titles, exploring formats and designing occasional marketing material. Who we are looking for We are looking for a versatile Designer who is aware of current trends and likes to develop new ideas. We need you to bring a positive, can-do approach and a desire to build strong relationships with your immediate team, other departments, as well as illustrators, authors and agents. An understanding of good design and a passion for children's books is essential. Applicants should also have an appreciation and enthusiasm for the illustrators who work within this area of the market. An excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is essential. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! This role will be based at our London office with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do Hachette Children's Group is one of the UK's largest children's publishers, our mission is to make it easy for children and young people everywhere to access books and see themselves reflected. We aim to maximise our readers' life chances by inspiring a lifelong love of reading, publishing books for every stage of their journey to adulthood from Enid Blyton to Alice Oseman's Heartstopper. Hachette Children's Group is a division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 10 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 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented, motivated and creative Designer to join the Hachette Children's Non-Fiction team in a full-time, fixed term position for 9 months. This is a broad and varied role, and the right candidate will embrace working closely with the editors, the Senior Designer and the Art Director in the development of new and existing titles, exploring formats and designing occasional marketing material. Who we are looking for We are looking for a versatile Designer who is aware of current trends and likes to develop new ideas. We need you to bring a positive, can-do approach and a desire to build strong relationships with your immediate team, other departments, as well as illustrators, authors and agents. An understanding of good design and a passion for children's books is essential. Applicants should also have an appreciation and enthusiasm for the illustrators who work within this area of the market. An excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is essential. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! This role will be based at our London office with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Who we are and what we do Weidenfeld & Nicolson is one of the most prestigious and long-standing imprints in the history of British publishing. Our books are agenda-setting, award-winning, best-selling and genre-defining. Since its inception in 1949, W&N has been widely recognised for its commitment to and track record of excellence in fiction and non-fiction publishing. In recent years, the imprint's illustrious history has been reanimated by a new commissioning team, who have delivered multiple unmissable publications, and become known for their agility, ambition and dynamism. Authors we have published include Antony Beevor, Sybille Bedford, Isaiah Berlin, Sarah Brooks, Oliver Bullough, Ed Caesar, Clare Chambers, Elinor Cleghorn, Richard Coles, Naoise Dolan, Ian Dunt, Gillian Flynn, Antonia Fraser, Helen Garner, Georgi Gospodinov, Madeleine Gray, John Higgs, Andrew Holgate, Bettany Hughes, Greg Jenner, Simon Sebag Montefiore, Vladimir Nabokov, Hettie O'Brien, Téa Obreht, Michael Palin, Adam Rutherford, Philippe Sands, Bernhard Schlink, Quentin Tarantino, Petroc Trelawny, Alice Walker and Malala Yousafzai. What you'll be doing As a 77-year-old imprint, the backlist at W&N is our most treasured possession and home to some of the most important authors of the last century, including Sybille Bedford, Isiah Berlin, J. G. Farrell, Gillian Flynn, Antonia Fraser, Adrian Goldsworthy, Adam Grant, Patricia Highsmith, John Irving, Henry Marsh, Simon Sebag Montefiore, Vladimir Nabokov, Bernhard Schlink, Philippe Sands, Vikram Seth, Ntozake Shange, Alice Walker, Carlos Ruiz Zafon, and many more. We are now looking for a creative, organised and proactive backlist publisher to take ownership of the backlist publishing programme across Orion's three literary imprints, with a primary focus on W&N. You will head up our exciting reissues programme, leading the publishing of each title, communicating with key stakeholders including estates, authors and agents, working with the Orion team to make these publications as visible and profitable as possible and creatively identifying new opportunities for rediscoveries on the extensive W&N backlist. You will also assist with the W&N Essentials and White Rabbit Deep Cuts programme. This role will be a 12-month fixed term contract. Your responsibilities will include: Managing text schedules Briefing covers Writing cover copy Managing metadata Offsetting existing text files Pitching ideas to our company reissues meeting Communicating with agents, authors and literary estates Handling contractual discussions Managing licence renewals Running costings to assess each project's profitability Championing our backlist publishing both internally and externally Owning the digital promotion strategy across our backlist titles Collaborating with our Sales and Rights departments to identify new reissue opportunities Handling reversion requests Commissioning introductions for reissues. Who we are looking for This role is ideal for an early-career editor seeking to expand their publishing experience at a prestigious literary imprint. Experience/Knowledge Prior experience in an editorial role, to at least Assistant Editor level Confident understanding of publishing schedules and responsibilities Demonstrable interest in literary publishing across fiction and non-fiction Strong market awareness and ability to identify trends Experience in classics/heritage publishing would be advantageous but not required Biblio experience preferred but not required Ability to write engaging and commercial copy Ability to understand contracts and licences and work with agents Able to brief market-appropriate covers Personal Attributes/Skills Confident and thoughtful communicator Highly organised and systems-oriented Creative and innovative Enthusiastic, proactive, problem-solving attitude Ability to work independently and efficiently What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do Weidenfeld & Nicolson is one of the most prestigious and long-standing imprints in the history of British publishing. Our books are agenda-setting, award-winning, best-selling and genre-defining. Since its inception in 1949, W&N has been widely recognised for its commitment to and track record of excellence in fiction and non-fiction publishing. In recent years, the imprint's illustrious history has been reanimated by a new commissioning team, who have delivered multiple unmissable publications, and become known for their agility, ambition and dynamism. Authors we have published include Antony Beevor, Sybille Bedford, Isaiah Berlin, Sarah Brooks, Oliver Bullough, Ed Caesar, Clare Chambers, Elinor Cleghorn, Richard Coles, Naoise Dolan, Ian Dunt, Gillian Flynn, Antonia Fraser, Helen Garner, Georgi Gospodinov, Madeleine Gray, John Higgs, Andrew Holgate, Bettany Hughes, Greg Jenner, Simon Sebag Montefiore, Vladimir Nabokov, Hettie O'Brien, Téa Obreht, Michael Palin, Adam Rutherford, Philippe Sands, Bernhard Schlink, Quentin Tarantino, Petroc Trelawny, Alice Walker and Malala Yousafzai. What you'll be doing As a 77-year-old imprint, the backlist at W&N is our most treasured possession and home to some of the most important authors of the last century, including Sybille Bedford, Isiah Berlin, J. G. Farrell, Gillian Flynn, Antonia Fraser, Adrian Goldsworthy, Adam Grant, Patricia Highsmith, John Irving, Henry Marsh, Simon Sebag Montefiore, Vladimir Nabokov, Bernhard Schlink, Philippe Sands, Vikram Seth, Ntozake Shange, Alice Walker, Carlos Ruiz Zafon, and many more. We are now looking for a creative, organised and proactive backlist publisher to take ownership of the backlist publishing programme across Orion's three literary imprints, with a primary focus on W&N. You will head up our exciting reissues programme, leading the publishing of each title, communicating with key stakeholders including estates, authors and agents, working with the Orion team to make these publications as visible and profitable as possible and creatively identifying new opportunities for rediscoveries on the extensive W&N backlist. You will also assist with the W&N Essentials and White Rabbit Deep Cuts programme. This role will be a 12-month fixed term contract. Your responsibilities will include: Managing text schedules Briefing covers Writing cover copy Managing metadata Offsetting existing text files Pitching ideas to our company reissues meeting Communicating with agents, authors and literary estates Handling contractual discussions Managing licence renewals Running costings to assess each project's profitability Championing our backlist publishing both internally and externally Owning the digital promotion strategy across our backlist titles Collaborating with our Sales and Rights departments to identify new reissue opportunities Handling reversion requests Commissioning introductions for reissues. Who we are looking for This role is ideal for an early-career editor seeking to expand their publishing experience at a prestigious literary imprint. Experience/Knowledge Prior experience in an editorial role, to at least Assistant Editor level Confident understanding of publishing schedules and responsibilities Demonstrable interest in literary publishing across fiction and non-fiction Strong market awareness and ability to identify trends Experience in classics/heritage publishing would be advantageous but not required Biblio experience preferred but not required Ability to write engaging and commercial copy Ability to understand contracts and licences and work with agents Able to brief market-appropriate covers Personal Attributes/Skills Confident and thoughtful communicator Highly organised and systems-oriented Creative and innovative Enthusiastic, proactive, problem-solving attitude Ability to work independently and efficiently What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Who we are and what we do At The John Murray Group, we've been shaping and shaking the world since 1768, making us proud to be Britain's oldest publisher. Our most iconic authors across fiction and non-fiction have been groundbreaking and pioneering at the time we commissioned them, and have gone on to have a lasting impact in generations of readers' minds. Over the centuries, we've published Charles Darwin and Jane Austen, the first self-help book and the first TV tie-in (both still in print now!) and today are proud to publish global bestsellers from David Attenborough to Navessa Allen. Greenfinch is The John Murray Group's most joyful and playful trade non-fiction imprint, existing to offer the gifts of leisure and pleasure to as many people as possible. In an always-on world, our creative and expertly crafted books, games and gifts offer analogue diversions for anyone seeking to carve out time away from screens and daily pressures. Covering hobbies and craft, gardening and puzzles, travel, cookery, humour and more, we work with some of the world's foremost authors, illustrators, designers and photographers to anticipate trends and delight our readers. On our shelves you'll find a colourful mix of Meowdle puzzle books and Kew Garden jigsaws, Dopamine Knitting , Gardener's World presenter Frances Tophill's Rewild Your Garden and, just in, The Hot Cowboy Colouring Book . What you'll be doing This great opportunity to join the Greenfinch team on a 1 year fixed-term contract (parental leave cover) comes at a moment when we are seeking to grow our non-book offering alongside our successful book publishing. While you'll be shepherding a fantastic list of titles through the publication process with confidence, skill and care, you'll also play a vital part in our close-knit editorial team, generating consumer-led ideas for new books and leading on the development of our non-book offering. Many of our books and products start out as in-house ideas because we love to get ahead of the market and to develop ideas with our authors and creative partners. Bringing new projects to the list will be an important part of the role. Who we are looking for You will be an experienced editor who's eager to hit the ground running. Proactive, entrepreneurial and collaborative, you'll be alert to evolving trends, changing consumer behaviours and the challenges of the rapidly changing non-fiction market, and skilled at pulling these observations into your strategic publishing and commissioning. You'll bring fresh ideas and energy, and a creative, can-do mindset to your projects and teams. The successful candidate will have a clear editorial eye and the expertise to deliver high-impact books and products with energy and purpose. You will have excellent industry relationships and will relish the opportunity to contribute to the Greenfinch strategy and make your mark on a growing imprint and its offering. This role is perfect for someone with a strong track record in illustrated gift publishing, ideally with experience non-book projects, too - we'd love you to inspire us to see and act on new possibilities in the space. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! The role will be based at our London office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do At The John Murray Group, we've been shaping and shaking the world since 1768, making us proud to be Britain's oldest publisher. Our most iconic authors across fiction and non-fiction have been groundbreaking and pioneering at the time we commissioned them, and have gone on to have a lasting impact in generations of readers' minds. Over the centuries, we've published Charles Darwin and Jane Austen, the first self-help book and the first TV tie-in (both still in print now!) and today are proud to publish global bestsellers from David Attenborough to Navessa Allen. Greenfinch is The John Murray Group's most joyful and playful trade non-fiction imprint, existing to offer the gifts of leisure and pleasure to as many people as possible. In an always-on world, our creative and expertly crafted books, games and gifts offer analogue diversions for anyone seeking to carve out time away from screens and daily pressures. Covering hobbies and craft, gardening and puzzles, travel, cookery, humour and more, we work with some of the world's foremost authors, illustrators, designers and photographers to anticipate trends and delight our readers. On our shelves you'll find a colourful mix of Meowdle puzzle books and Kew Garden jigsaws, Dopamine Knitting , Gardener's World presenter Frances Tophill's Rewild Your Garden and, just in, The Hot Cowboy Colouring Book . What you'll be doing This great opportunity to join the Greenfinch team on a 1 year fixed-term contract (parental leave cover) comes at a moment when we are seeking to grow our non-book offering alongside our successful book publishing. While you'll be shepherding a fantastic list of titles through the publication process with confidence, skill and care, you'll also play a vital part in our close-knit editorial team, generating consumer-led ideas for new books and leading on the development of our non-book offering. Many of our books and products start out as in-house ideas because we love to get ahead of the market and to develop ideas with our authors and creative partners. Bringing new projects to the list will be an important part of the role. Who we are looking for You will be an experienced editor who's eager to hit the ground running. Proactive, entrepreneurial and collaborative, you'll be alert to evolving trends, changing consumer behaviours and the challenges of the rapidly changing non-fiction market, and skilled at pulling these observations into your strategic publishing and commissioning. You'll bring fresh ideas and energy, and a creative, can-do mindset to your projects and teams. The successful candidate will have a clear editorial eye and the expertise to deliver high-impact books and products with energy and purpose. You will have excellent industry relationships and will relish the opportunity to contribute to the Greenfinch strategy and make your mark on a growing imprint and its offering. This role is perfect for someone with a strong track record in illustrated gift publishing, ideally with experience non-book projects, too - we'd love you to inspire us to see and act on new possibilities in the space. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! The role will be based at our London office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Who we are and what we do Part of Headline at Hachette UK, Welbeck Illustrated has a mission to publish beautiful books that are bought by book-lovers and gift-givers all around the world. Across our Welbeck and OH imprints, we create illustrated titles covering lifestyle, food, drink, fashion, music, film, sport and more. We work with brands from Chanel to Shakespeare's Globe, the Rolling Stones to the BBC, FIFA to Formula 1. "Welbeck is a buzzing imprint where everyone has a voice - you can channel your creativity and at the same time become integral to the team. Not only do we get to make beautiful books that entertain, engage and inspire, but we get to work with the most talented people in the industry. What's not to love?" Heather Boisseau, Editorial Director, OH "I know it's a cliché, but no two days at Welbeck are the same, with such a unique range of titles on all the subjects we love, like music, fashion, sport and cookery. It's this variety of titles that make it such a fantastic place to work, with the challenge of shaping the books to appeal to our stylish readers." James Empringham, Art Director Headline is a division of Hachette UK, and home to the very best of commercial publishing, with authors including Maggie O'Farrell, Matthew Perry, Matthew McConaughey and Oasis. What you'll be doing Are you an experienced commissioner of illustrated books? Do you have sharp commercial instincts? Will you thrive on the challenge of generating ideas for a list of lifestyle books? Welbeck is looking for an ideas-led commissioner to create beautiful illustrated books across a broad range of lifestyle subjects such as food and drink, craft, reference and gift on its OH imprint. Perfect for a confident, creative commissioner looking to take that next step, this exciting role comes with the freedom to shape your own list of internationally successful books, backed by a tight-knit team of experienced publishers and in-house designers. If you have a track record of smart, successful illustrated publishing and a nose for the biggest lifestyle trends and brand partnerships then we'd love to hear from you. Who we are looking for You will need the vision to spot publishing opportunities based on global trends and the skills to turn those ideas into visually stunning books with the broadest possible appeal. Responsible for the running of your list, our new Senior Commissioning Editor will work with the OH Editorial Director and the Welbeck Publishing Director to build and manage a profitable illustrated programme. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Who we are and what we do Part of Headline at Hachette UK, Welbeck Illustrated has a mission to publish beautiful books that are bought by book-lovers and gift-givers all around the world. Across our Welbeck and OH imprints, we create illustrated titles covering lifestyle, food, drink, fashion, music, film, sport and more. We work with brands from Chanel to Shakespeare's Globe, the Rolling Stones to the BBC, FIFA to Formula 1. "Welbeck is a buzzing imprint where everyone has a voice - you can channel your creativity and at the same time become integral to the team. Not only do we get to make beautiful books that entertain, engage and inspire, but we get to work with the most talented people in the industry. What's not to love?" Heather Boisseau, Editorial Director, OH "I know it's a cliché, but no two days at Welbeck are the same, with such a unique range of titles on all the subjects we love, like music, fashion, sport and cookery. It's this variety of titles that make it such a fantastic place to work, with the challenge of shaping the books to appeal to our stylish readers." James Empringham, Art Director Headline is a division of Hachette UK, and home to the very best of commercial publishing, with authors including Maggie O'Farrell, Matthew Perry, Matthew McConaughey and Oasis. What you'll be doing Are you an experienced commissioner of illustrated books? Do you have sharp commercial instincts? Will you thrive on the challenge of generating ideas for a list of lifestyle books? Welbeck is looking for an ideas-led commissioner to create beautiful illustrated books across a broad range of lifestyle subjects such as food and drink, craft, reference and gift on its OH imprint. Perfect for a confident, creative commissioner looking to take that next step, this exciting role comes with the freedom to shape your own list of internationally successful books, backed by a tight-knit team of experienced publishers and in-house designers. If you have a track record of smart, successful illustrated publishing and a nose for the biggest lifestyle trends and brand partnerships then we'd love to hear from you. Who we are looking for You will need the vision to spot publishing opportunities based on global trends and the skills to turn those ideas into visually stunning books with the broadest possible appeal. Responsible for the running of your list, our new Senior Commissioning Editor will work with the OH Editorial Director and the Welbeck Publishing Director to build and manage a profitable illustrated programme. What we offer Our staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this: 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) Private medical insurance Dental insurance Generous pension schemes Rent deposit loans 2 community days per year Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months) Retail discounts through Hachette rewards Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Wide-ranging training library Development programmes (including mentoring) Up to 70% off book purchases A charity bookshelf An active range of staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing, Women in Tech and religious networks Season ticket loans And much more! 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. Our commitment Hachette 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. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, you can let us know at the 'Reasonable Adjustments' section of your application. We'll make sure you're supported throughout the process. 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
