Introduction to the role

To research and gather information for a variety of maps and cartographic databases, and to provide this content in a timely and cost-effective manner for map creation projects. You will adhere to editorial policy and guidelines to ensure that all content is up-to-date and of a high quality.

You will be primarily working on information that feeds into our market leading cartographic products which include The Times atlases, Collins maps, A-Z street maps and Collins Bartholomew digital mapping.

Key tasks and accountabilities

• Research and gather geographical information relevant to our mapping.

• Edit maps to keep them up-to-date and reflect any recent changes.

• Ensure all cartographic information gathered adheres to editorial policy and standards.

• Work with the cartographic team to ensure best possible information sources are used to create and maintain content.

• Ensure that all work is done to set deadlines.

Your first six months

You will gain a full understanding of our cartographic products and the editorial process around keeping them updated. Develop a working relationship with internal team and external freelancers. Work with the team on ensuring smooth process for update cycle of mapping.

Experience required

• The ability to gather and interpret information and apply it to mapping.

• Experience of geographical information gathering or cartographic editing.

• You will have a working knowledge and be able to demonstrate skill in one or more of these key areas: Cartographic Publishing, GIS, Cartographic Editorial work, Cartographic Design or Geographical Business Development.

Skills required

• Practical knowledge of maps and geographical information

• Excellent map reading skills

• Good communicator

• Organised and thorough

• Logical thinker

Benefits 

• Hybrid working model (2+ days in the office) 

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy and sell holiday days) 

• Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave 

• Private healthcare cover and life assurance 

• Free access to HeadSpace, employee assistance programme (24 hour helpline), mental health first aiders, and a wellbeing portal 

• Employee networks: HC All In (open forum), Elevate (for ethnic minority colleagues), HarperParents, Menopause at Work and Pride at HC 

• Unlimited training on our Learning and Development portal, management courses (up to MA level) and mentoring programmes 

• Virtual GP and eyecare vouchers 

• Charitable donation matching and volunteering day 

• We're a certified Carbon Neutral company 

• Free e-books and audiobooks, newspaper subscriptions and discounts on books 

• Subsidised canteen and retail discounts 

If you wish to discuss anything regarding this position and/or your application to this role, please reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition Manager at stephanie.jemmett@harpercollins.co.uk with subject heading ‘Vacancy Query’ plus the job title and we will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.