Our client, a leading STM publisher in Oxford, is looking to appoint a Project Manager to manage the development and production of a range of encyclopaedias.  This is an integral role working within a busy and friendly department for an international STM publisher.

Key duties:

·          Manage the development and production of designated articles, comprehensives and encyclopaedias

·          Manage a number of large and complex projects effectively

·          Work within a combined development and production team

·          Work closely with internal publishers, sales and marketing and finance teams

·          Maintain and develop close working relationships with editors, authors and suppliers

·          Assist with other project work as required

Experience / skills required:

·          Proven ability to prioritise workload effectively

·          Ability to effectively manage large and complex projects through the publishing cycle

·          Excellent communication skills

·          Ability to work with internal/external contacts with good negotiation skills

·          Detailed understanding of the publishing process

·          Excellent IT skills especially Office packages

·          Relevant publishing experience gained in an STM environment preferred

·          Some knowledge of HTML/XML would be useful but not essential

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to samcoleman@atwoodtate.co.uk

Contact:            Sam Coleman

Tel:                   020 7487 8274