With a list that includes the legendary PD James, the internationally best-selling Peter Swanson, the critically lauded Laura Lipmann and cosy crime queen Nicola Upson, the Faber crime list is poised for exponential growth.
We are now looking for an editor to drive this next phase of our criminal life.
Position Overview
The Crime Editor will curate brilliant new writers, edit their work and drive all aspects of the strategy, delivering an even broader, industry-leading list with a unique character. You will be tasked with engaging new readerships and communities. You will also be expected to publish with dynamism and creativity, sensitivity and bravery - and with serious commercial impact. Key Qualities
Key qualities will be a committed member of the crime publishing community, an editor with experience of the publishing industry. It is likely that you will have strong connections to crime publishing. Role Details
This is a maternity cover role (full time) for the period of one year, reporting to Associate Publisher Louisa Joyner. How to Apply
To apply, please submit a full CV and covering letter to
mce@faberrecruitment.co.uk , quoting ref BB. Company Benefits
Our benefits include: Access to Faber titles (including regular staff book clubs), discounted Independent Alliance titles Minimum of 28 days’ holiday per year Five days per year for volunteering work of your choice Full subscription to the Headspace meditation app Season-ticket loans Subsidised eye tests Life assurance and income protection insurance Access to online GP and advisory services We welcome applications from any individual regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. All applications will be considered on merit. Please note that all personal information which we process in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our Data Protection Privacy Notice and our Data Protection Policy ( https://www.faber.co.uk/privacy-policy/ ). Please read our Data Protection Privacy Notice and Data Protection Policy before submitting your application.
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The Crime Editor will curate brilliant new writers, edit their work and drive all aspects of the strategy, delivering an even broader, industry-leading list with a unique character. You will be tasked with engaging new readerships and communities. You will also be expected to publish with dynamism and creativity, sensitivity and bravery - and with serious commercial impact. Key Qualities
Key qualities will be a committed member of the crime publishing community, an editor with experience of the publishing industry. It is likely that you will have strong connections to crime publishing. Role Details
This is a maternity cover role (full time) for the period of one year, reporting to Associate Publisher Louisa Joyner. How to Apply
To apply, please submit a full CV and covering letter to
mce@faberrecruitment.co.uk , quoting ref BB. Company Benefits
Our benefits include: Access to Faber titles (including regular staff book clubs), discounted Independent Alliance titles Minimum of 28 days’ holiday per year Five days per year for volunteering work of your choice Full subscription to the Headspace meditation app Season-ticket loans Subsidised eye tests Life assurance and income protection insurance Access to online GP and advisory services We welcome applications from any individual regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. All applications will be considered on merit. Please note that all personal information which we process in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our Data Protection Privacy Notice and our Data Protection Policy ( https://www.faber.co.uk/privacy-policy/ ). Please read our Data Protection Privacy Notice and Data Protection Policy before submitting your application.
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