Publishing Assistant Vacancy

PRESS & EVENTS OFFICER

Biteback Publishing, Britain’s leading political publisher is looking for a Press and Events Officer to join their small, friendly team.

This is an ideal role for someone who’s ready for their second job in publishing.

We are looking for a creative, dynamic, well-organised individual who can run their own PR campaigns. Reporting to the Publicity Director, you will be working on an exciting list of both political and general non-fiction titles. You will have good media contacts and be familiar with online and digital PR. The role will also involve working on the Political Book Awards, organising launches and events, and liaising with literary festivals, so good organisational skills and an ability to work well under pressure are essential. This is a small team, so flexibility and a willingness to get involved in all areas of publicity are vital!

The successful candidate will have:
• Good media contacts
• Experience of online and digital PR
• Experience of organising events
• Flexibility and an enthusiastic, calm manner

Please send your CV, a covering letter and details of your current salary to suzanne.sangster@bitebackpublishing.com
Closing Date: Friday 12th September