Publishing Co-ordinator - 12 months FTC

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The RIBA is a global professional membership body, and a cultural organisation, driving excellence in architecture.

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Location: London/Hybrid working, fixed term contract (12 months)

Why Join us?

Our Benefits:

The RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year. For more details on our benefits click here

An opportunity for an able and motivated individual to join the Publishing & Learning Content department.

About the Role

The Publishing Coordinator provides effective and efficient administrative support for the smooth running of the RIBA Publishing and Learning Content department.

This includes supporting the Director of Publishing & Learning Content and working closely with the books commissioning team on the preparation and checking of manuscripts and images, while providing support for Learning Content and the organisation of Professional events.

This a fixed-term contract for 12 months to support the secondment of the current Publishing Coordinator to the journal team to support a digital CMS project.

What are we looking for?

• A keen interest in the architectural sector and publishing.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
• A working knowledge of clearing image and text permission for publication would be advantageous.
• Experience in financial administration, such as purchase orders and tracking budgets.
• Willingness to develop technical skills, such as those required for the journal’s content management system.
• Requires excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
• A team player with initiative, who is willing to collaborate and learn.

If you would like to apply for the position, please view the full job description below (found at 'supporting documents') and submit your CV and covering letter using the form below. Additionally, please ensure that you complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which will be submitted separate from your application.

Closing date: Sunday 21 April 2024
Interview date: 1 or 2 May 2024

Due to high volumes of applications we are unable to respond to everyone, however, should you be shortlisted for interview we will be in touch.  We may also close an advert earlier than the date above if we receive enough quality applications.

Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.  We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

The RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.  

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