Simon and Schuster Books
Sales Administrator, International Sales
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Sales Administrator, International Sales
Job Opening: Sales Administrator
Simon & Schuster International Sales Team Location: United Kingdom Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term Salary: Starting from £27,000
Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, produces award-winning fiction and non-fiction across printed, digital, and audio formats. Their international presence spans Australia, Canada, India, the UK, and more, reaching readers in over 200 countries and territories. For further details, visit their website.
About the Role
The International Sales team at Simon & Schuster UK seeks an enthusiastic and organised Administrator to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the International Key Account Manager, this role provides vital day-to-day administrative support—ensuring seamless sales operations and efficient customer management across diverse international accounts.
Responsibilities
The Sales Administrator will:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the International Sales team, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Generate and distribute sales reports (via Microsoft Excel and other systems) to support decision-making.
- Process customer orders, returns, and quotation requests efficiently and accurately.
- Coordinate author events and promotional activities, aiding the planning and delivery of these initiatives in partnership with Marketing and Publicity.
- Maintain and update customer databases and sales records across multiple systems.
- Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams, including:
- Customer Services
- Finance
- Inventory
- Marketing & Publicity
- Distribution
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- Support ad hoc reporting, commercial analysis, and project work as required.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows, particularly in international sales operations.
- Represent the team professionally and maintain strong working relationships across departments.
Requirements
We are looking for a candidate with:
- Attention to detail and exceptional organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Experience in administrative, sales support, operations, or customer services, preferably in a fast-paced commercial setting such as publishing.
- Strong communication skills—both written and verbal—as well as excellent grammar and business messaging.
- Proficiency in leveraging Microsoft Office tools—particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- A pro-active approach and team player mentality, with the flexibility to handle varied tasks independently.
- A willingness to learn about international book trade, publishing operations, or commercial sales processes.
Candidate Background
Though experience in publishing is advantageous, cross-industry experience in operations, sales, or customer-facing roles will be considered. The ideal candidate will bring fresh perspectives to commercial publishing processes while demonstrating adaptability and a collaborative approach.
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Benefits & Opportunities
This position offers an opportunity to develop a career in publishing, gaining broad exposure to international sales, commercial operations, and authorised events. It’s ideal for ambitious professionals seeking hands-on experience in a dynamic and influential publishing environment.
Application Process
Apply with your CV and a cover letter, demonstrating how your skills and experience align with the role.
Key Notes
- Legal Right to Work: Only candidates with a legal right to work in the UK can apply—no visa sponsorship will be provided.
- Right to Work Screening: Applicants progressing to the offer stage will undergo security checks as per company policy.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Simon & Schuster UK is an equal opportunity employer. They value and celebrate diversity, encouraging fair representation regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected characteristics.
This role is positioned with Simon & Schuster UK Ltd and is commensurate with all company policies, including privacy and data handling guidelines. Benefits are applicable only to UK-based employees under their specified benefit plans.
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