About Penguin
We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.
Editor, Quadrille (12-month-FTC)
Quadrille is a global, award-winning food and lifestyle publisher. We believe in the transformative power of books – our mission is to enrich readers’ lives, ignite creativity and spark conversations. Our emphasis is on high-quality illustrated books with integrity and longevity. Home to experts, household names and bright new talent in everything from cookery to craft, lifestyle and gift, we combine cutting-edge design with inspiring content for audiences around the world.
The role
The Editor is responsible for coordinating all processes of book production, from acquisition to publication, ensuring that a manuscript is turned into a finished product on time and within budget alongside a range of creative stakeholders.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing the internal book process of specified books. This includes scheduling, compiling the jacket copy, populating Advanced Title Information, liaising with the author, adhering to delivery dates, liaising with Production, typesetters, designers, photographers and illustrators and managing a budget for the book
- Managing and briefing freelancers in relation to budget, schedules and output and then checking their work
- Working closely with the commissioner of the book, as a team, to effectively publish and produce the book, ensuring that the author has a good experience and the book’s potential is realised
- Writing first class copy, including online copy, jacket copy and subtitles, and ensuring all metadata is created and entered on the system in good time, to have a positive impact on the success of the book; updating copy and metadata in order to continue this impact as the market changes
- Acting as a point of contact for authors, to answer questions where possible and pass other queries onto the relevant individual. The Editor is expected to provide excellent author care at all times
- Championing your book internally and engage your designated team from Marketing, Publicity, Sales and Rights to get the book the attention it needs
- Working to fulfil the publishing vision of the commissioner, and inputting your own ideas for all aspects of a book’s package, including format, binding, finishes, design, price and promotional campaign
Illustrated specific
- Planning, booking and running photoshoots
- Briefing and managing designers, photographers, illustrators and stylists
- You are required to regularly work with InDesign as a part of your role
What you’ll bring
Essential criteria:
- Able to prioritise, multitask and work under pressure
- Initiative, confidence and creative motivation
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- A clear vision for the book
- Design awareness
- Engaged with popular culture and well-informed of current trends
Preferred criteria:
- Familiarity with Biblio is desirable
Application instructions
Please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for the role by 11:59pm on 2nd of October 2025.
Salary
Circa £34,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits.
Hybrid working
While our offices across the UK are places to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. For this role we expect that you will be in the office around 2 days a week.
