Editorial Assistant - Permanent - Hybrid

Editorial As sistant - £30,000 - Permanent - Hybrid 

Join us and be part of a mission-driven, independent publisher. You’ll work with a diverse group of people who share a passion for empowering researchers, educators, and institutions to shape the future.

About Sage:

Sage  is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely. 

Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:

• Do more  – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact
• Work together  – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning

• Think long-term  – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas

About our Team:

The Research Methods and Study Skills team includes one Publisher, one Commissioning Editor and two Editorial Assistants. We commission, deliver and publish a wide range of textbooks, reference titles and agenda setting books. Our authors are based around the world and come from many different social science disciplines. Research methods is one of Sage’s signature lists and there are lots of opportunities to learn and to develop new skills.

Could you be our new Editorial Assistant ? Are you?

• A proactive person who constantly looks for the best ways to get the job done;
• Someone with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, and the ability to handle a varied workload and deadlines efficiently;
• Able to work quickly while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Able to hold courteous, persuasive conversations in writing and in person;
• Proficient at using standard IT packages (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Capable of showing initiative and self-motivation

Your new role:

• Provides administrative and commissioning support to the Publisher/(Senior) Commissioning Editors.
• Assists and supports in the day-to-day work activities of the Publisher/(Senior) Commissioning Editors in their development of new projects.
• Organises the reviewing of book proposals by finding and briefing suitable reviewers, chasing feedback to deadlines, and arranging payments.
• Accurate preparation of contracts for new book projects, ensuring they are signed and processed promptly.
• Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date information on Sage’s internal books database and internal tracking spreadsheets.
• Communicates regularly with authors to ensure manuscripts are delivered on time and to plan, and to answer author queries.
• Prepares manuscripts and accompanying information required by production, marketing, and design colleagues.
• Researches the market for new books and competing titles to inform publishing decisions and strategy.
• Represents Sage at conferences and events (where appropriate) to build relationships with authors and contribute positively to the reputation of the company and our publishing.
• Supports Editorial in helping to deliver each list’s objectives and initiatives.
• Ensures that Sage offers a high level of service to its authors and editors within the Editorial Assistant’s areas of responsibility.
• Works closely with colleagues within Sage, both across departments and globally.

Overview of benefits:

• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays full-time/pro-rated for part-time roles
• 2 additional ’floating days’ of personal leave, in recognition that each of us has cultural, religious, or family commitments that fall at times when the company is not closed.
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Access to Sage books and journals
• Tuition scheme and support for pursuing professional qualifications
• Hybrid working arrangements - In office 20% of contracted hours. We work flexibly and most staff can choose to work from home for up to 80% of their contracted hours.

Other benefits, which may change include:

• Variety of snacks and beverages available in the office
• Home working allowance
• Travel insurance
• Healthy lifestyle reimbursement
• Access to the Company doctor
• Access to Company loans (season ticket loan, rental deposit loan, cycle loan)
• Anniversary trip

If you have a disability and need any support during the application process, please contact [email protected] . We will respond to any requests for support in a timely manner. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

A cover letter is important to us, this offers the hiring manager valuable insights into how your skill set aligns with the role, what unique contributions you can bring to the team and why you are interested in this position. 

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 28th  May 2025.

To ensure we can give each application the attention it deserves, we may consider bringing the closing date forward if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong.  As a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.