Managing Editor

Cambridge University Press has a unique opportunity available for a Managing Editor to join the team. The role is a full time, 12 month fixed term contract offering a salary of £31,518 - £37,191 per annum plus benefits.

Our global not-for-profit organisation is committed to the advancement of knowledge worldwide through our exciting publishing programme. You will be joining a diverse and collaborative workforce and you will be supported in your career ambitions to achieve your potential.

Help us achieve our mission, and you will have a career that is not only hugely satisfying but brings with it great benefits and a stimulating, supportive and flexible working environment.

What are the responsibilities of the Managing Editor?

We are looking for an individual to develop market-specific ELT materials for 12 months to cover a secondment. You will be joining a team which is dedicated to reacting quickly to market-driven opportunities.

Your responsibilities will involve project managing multi-level, multi-component courses. You will be managing and co-ordinating in-house and external project teams and you may be required to commission additional or adapted content. You may also line manage one or more junior colleagues.

What do we look for in a Managing Editor?

Candidates should have experience of teaching English as a foreign language and must show a sound understanding of what makes good classroom material. You should already have spent a considerable period of time in an ELT publishing environment with experience of editorial project management.  Experience of both print and digital development is essential.

You will have excellent organisational skills and a proven track record of delivering market-focused products on time and to budget.  Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team as well as a high degree of self-reliance are imperative. You will also need to demonstrate strategic and commercial awareness.

A degree and a recognised ELT qualification are essential. A higher ELT qualification such as the TEFL Diploma is an advantage. 

We offer our Managing Editor a fantastic benefits package!

A great central Cambridge location, our office is only a ten minute walk from the train station and guided busway. Benefits include a staff incentive scheme, flexible working, free life assurance and a contributory pension scheme, 28 days’ annual leave, subsidised restaurant and café, free on-site gym and sports facilities, and season ticket travel loans.

Why not click ‘apply’ today? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join an organisation that play’s a leading role in today’s global market place as our Managing Editor!