We are looking for 2 Commissioning Editors. These roles are offered on a fixed-term contract basis and can be based in our London or Madrid offices on a hybrid working model.

Role responsibilities:

Segment strategy and publishing planning - Business Insights & Market Intelligence

• Attend market-specific product feedback meetings and maintain awareness of company strategy and market changes to support development of the (sub) segment
• Support the analysis of competition strategy for the (sub) segment

Concept development - Global Perspective, Creating & Innovating

• Carry out school visits and observations to inform concept development and product differentiation in line with the publishing plan
• Carry out desk research into own and competition products for the (sub) segment
• Work with stakeholders to develop samples for agreed components and identify authors/contributors, and evaluate proposals for quality
• Contribute to Business cases work with the cross-functional team to develop the project scope and support project costing for packaged and hybrid projects

Content development - Editorial skills, Project Management, Balancing Stakeholders

• Work with relevant stakeholders to schedule projects and support project planning effectively
• Commission and brief authors and contributors for the development of material which delivers on the CVP
• Lead the Content Development team to evaluate and develop material written by authors and contributors, overseeing or providing detailed, constructive feedback to ensure content meets the project specification and the quality expectations of the course.
• Brief internal and external content developers and packagers on project specification, tasks, schedules and ways of working and support the Content Development team to brief print and digital ancillary component ensuring concept is upheld
• Ensure and maintain high quality author and contributor care
• Oversee the work of external developers and packagers as necessary, ensuring quality expectations are met
• Collaborate across portfolios with Publishers and (S)CEs to help identify opportunities for content reuse and co-creation and be mindful of the potential for re-use when developing new material
• Administer contracts for authors and contributors and external editors and suppliers
• Understand segment digital requirements and support the development of digital products ensuring they fulfil the needs of the segment and concept

Budget/Financial/Resource Responsibility - Analysis, Publishing Workflows & Systems

• Understand the Investment Approval process and demonstrate awareness of the cost and schedule implications of all publishing processes
• Work with the Senior Commissioning Editor to plan external resource for timely delivery in line with the budget
• Understand budget phasing and propose solutions to avoid over- and underspend when required

Staff Management - Leading & Supervising, Communicates Effectively

• Support the continuous development of the (Senior) Development Editors through a matrix management structure and delegate appropriately to the Content Development team, maintaining awareness of well-being and DEI issues relevant to staff

Personal development

• Keep up to date on ELT/EFL issues, undertake background reading and attending conferences as appropriate.
• Use and develop existing skills and participate in in-house/external training sessions.
• Maintain and expand network of industry contacts to support publications.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

• Knowledge of ELT markets, especially the Pre-Primary & Primary segments in Spain
• Demonstrable ELT publishing experience at project leadership level, with a proven track record of successful ELT/EFL product development
• Solid experience in English language teaching and an appreciation for a wide international range of teaching and learning situations
• Excellent written English
• An ability to work to tight deadlines and to manage numerous tasks
• Understanding of publishing technologies and flexibility to learn new systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A working understanding of content management systems
• A positive attitude and commitment to aims of the company
• Excellent team-working and organisational skills
• Experience of working with a range of new media

Desirable

• Knowledge of a second language desirable

To apply, please submit:

• a CV
• A cover letter

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Job Posting End Date:

6-08-2026