We are looking for a Contracts Assistant who is keen to launch a career in publishing as part of a friendly, dynamic team. The successful candidate will have exposure to many aspects of the industry as well as working closely with colleagues in the Legal and Contracts department. This role is entry level with plenty of scope to progress.

Core responsibilities

• Drafting contracts - (for example for acquisition and licensing of rights).

• Draft confidentiality agreements, standard competition terms & conditions.

• Review most Contract Request Forms as they are submitted to the department.

• Support team by entering contract information into royalties’ database.

• Manage permissions requests with the Contracts team.

• Undertake special projects and other duties as decided by the Contracts Manager.

Experience required

• Must have some experience of working in an office environment

Skills required 

• Good knowledge of MS programmes including Word, Excel and Outlook

• A good team player who is capable of working on their own initiative;

• Computer literate with a good eye for detail;

• A confident and effective communicator in written and verbal media;

• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure;

• Highly organised and able to effectively prioritise and manage workloads;

• Accustomed to working towards deadlines.

Our values tell a STORY

Stories - We believe in the power of great publishing. From fiction, children’s and non-fiction to education and reference, our authors and content are at the heart of everything we do

Team - We help each other, work collaboratively, behave with integrity and always strive to communicate in a timely, open, honest and fair manner.

Out as well as in - We aim to lead the industry by looking out as well as in. Through observation of the marketplace, the consumer and the competitive environment we gain a better understanding of our business.

Resourcefulness - We support smart risk-takers and innovators, learning from experience without blame and being both curious and willing to change

You - We embrace difference, champion diversity of thought and being. We treat each other with respect and enjoy what we do.