Publishing Assistant
The British Library Closing date: Wed, 27 May 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
Fri, 15 May 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Location: St Pancras
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time (36 hours)
Grade: D
Salary: £27,706 per annum
This is the starting salary for this role unless the successful candidate is able to evidence being in receipt of a higher salary in which case this may be reviewed
About the role
British Library Publishing has transformed in the last decade into one of the foremost institutional publishers of exciting, innovative, award-winning and beautifully produced trade books for the mainstream book market and heritage/gift sector.
We're now looking for an inspired Publishing Assistant to provide administrative support for all areas of the Publishing business, with specific focus on production, editorial and content acquisition on the fiction series. This role also provides opportunities to contribute to the growth of the wider British Library Publishing programme in the UK and internationally through title development and book presentations. Demonstrable experience in a similar role in the book publishing industry is a preferred requirement for this position.
This full-time role is based in the inspiring setting of the British Library building in St Pancras.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Publishing Assistant
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Wed, 27 May 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
Apply via the British Library website.
About The British Library
We are the national library of the UK. Our shelves hold over 170 million items - a living collection that gets bigger every day.