Wiley
Editorial Assistant
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Editorial Assistant
Editorial Assistant (Fixed Term – 12 Months)
We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues, and society at large.
About the Role
This is a 12-month fixed-term position.
The Editorial Assistant is an entry-level role responsible for executing the daily tasks of the journal(s) and/or project(s) assigned in alignment with client expectations. Central to this role is supporting the smooth running of the editorial process, ensuring timely and high-quality assistance for editors, authors, and stakeholders alike.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide essential back-office support to the Managing Editor, Senior Managing Editor, and/or Client Manager, covering manuscript processing tasks, email management, or special projects.
- Review and check in new papers submitted to assigned journals, ensuring compliance with formatting requirements and submission protocols.
- Act as a liaison between journal editors, authors, reviewers, and other stakeholders, fostering clear and professional communication.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of the peer review process—from submission to acceptance—while effectively utilising the submission system for manuscript processing.
- Understand how assigned duties integrate with broader departmental goals and the overall divisional/business unit strategy.
- Assist in training colleagues on assigned projects (no supervisory responsibilities).
- Follow established communication guidelines and demonstrate critical thinking in task execution.
- Adhere to productivity goals, deadlines, and customer service standards, delivering high-quality support to team members and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate on projects as directed by Editorial and Peer Review Services, adapting to evolving necessities under guidance.
- Communicate proactively and escalate challenges to relevant colleagues and managers.
- Maintain professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with colleagues and clients.
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Required Qualifications
- Proficiency in English: Fluent written and verbal communication to a professional standard.
- Time management: Skilled at organising multiple varied tasks and meeting tight deadlines.
- Critical thinking and decision-making: Ability to evaluate challenges and propose practical solutions.
- Customer service focus: Problem-solving mindset, coupled with knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful communication.
- Multitasking: Ability to prioritise and manage deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Organisational and time management: Keen attention to detail, thorough and structured work approach.
- Communication skills: Strong verbal and written abilities for internal and external correspondence.
- Educational requirement: A Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- Adaptability in reviewing articles featuring graphic or scientific content as part of editorial workflow.
Company Culture & Commitment
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A Legacy of Impact
For over 200 years, we’ve transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving progress across science, education, and publishing. More than observers of change, we accelerate breakthroughs, advance learning, and inspire transformation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.
Belonging & Growth
We value all qualified applicants and are committed to an equal opportunity workplace free from discrimination. Reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available upon request (contact@wiley).
Our culture champions:
- Continuous learning, priorities internal mobility, and fosters professional development.
- Needle-moving teammates—courageous, innovative, yet compassionate—with flexibility like meeting-free Fridays for focused work.
- A robust offering of employee programs encouraging community, mentorship, and personal growth.
Compensation & Benefits
Wiley offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that aligns with market standards. The estimated salary range for this role (USD markets) is inclusive of the following global locations: United Kingdom, Canada, USA (including New Jersey), Austria, Czechia, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Romania, and Spain.
Salary Range (UK): £25,353 to £31,384 (Final salary determined by various factors including skills, location, and competencies.)
For consideration, please attach your resumé/CV during application.
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