Canelo - Editorial Director

Penguin Random House; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Editorial Director to lead our crime, thriller, and horror lists. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Canelo and discover the next literary sensations.

We are looking for a seasoned leader who can develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for our cross-genre fiction list, whilst setting and maintaining a high editorial standard. You will have a keen eye for talent and a passion for discovering new voices, and be able to build and maintain relationships with authors, agents, freelancers and other industry professionals. There is also the opportunity for hands-on editing, as you will manage book projects from conception through to print. In this role, no day is the same.

Your other responsibilities include:

• Oversee the entire editorial process, from manuscript acquisition to publication, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional quality
• Stay abreast of industry trends and reader preferences to identify emerging opportunities
• Work closely with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure seamless execution of publishing projects
• As our Editorial Director, you should be comfortable:
• Managing, inspiring, and motivating a team
• Overseeing multiple projects at the same time – often at different stages of development
• Working independently, whilst being a key team player
• Shaping editorial content from an initial outline and adapting it to meet an agreed commercial brief

Our ideal candidate has a huge passion for fiction publishing and reading. A successful track-record in commissioning and publishing, with a keen editorial eye. With the recent acquisition by Dorling Kindersley, this is a unique moment in Canelo’s history. If you would like to drive Canelo forward, and be a part of the team that takes it to the next level, please apply.

Please submit your most recent CV and a cover letter describing your interest in the crime, thriller, and horror genres, and why you want to work with these lists.

Closing date for applications is: 4 April 2025

We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people, some of which are:

• 25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one, plus bank holidays
• Volunteering policy and charity matching
• Employee assistance programme
• 60% discount on company books
• Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
• Flex Fridays (1pm Finish*)
• Up to 30 days remote working from abroad

And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business.

DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.

DK is a member of the disability confident scheme. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.

DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new ‘smart-working’ policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DK’s office. Please note, this role requires a minimum of three days per week in the office.

About our Company:

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

We are the world's leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann, creating cutting-edge design and stunning visual books for the whole family. We are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for knowledge. With a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK, US, Germany, India, China, Spain and Australia, we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on dk.com.

Company: Dorling Kindersley Limited

Country: United Kingdom

State/Region: London

City: London

Postal Code: SW1V 2SA

Job ID: 278518

Date: 19 Mar 2025

Location:

London, LND, GB, SW1V 2SA