Assistant Editor
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Assistant Editor
The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) is seeking an Assistant Editor to contribute to the work of the Editorial Services team. Responsibilities include fact-checking, copy-editing, proofreading IISS publications, project-managing publications, and copy-editing newsletters. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, demonstrable copy-editing and proofreading skills, and experience in editorial project management.
Responsibilities
- Fact-checking, copy-editing and proofreading IISS publications, to IISS House Style (including text, maps and infographics).
- Project-managing IISS publications, including *Adelphi* books, and research papers for print and digital formats.
- Copy-editing and proofreading IISS newsletters and other Institute communications, to IISS House Style.
- Participating as necessary in product development and sales and marketing discussions for IISS publications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience (essential).
- Demonstrable ability to copy-edit and proofread in English and a sharp eye for detail (essential).
- Previous demonstrable experience in editorial project management (essential).
- Basic experience of relationship management (essential).
- An understanding of international affairs or global military issues (advantageous).
Application
Candidates should submit their applications by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ blue button above and follow the instructions to submit two documents:
- A cover letter outlining what skills and experience they can bring to the role, as well as salary expectations.
- A full Curriculum Vitae (resume), including details of two referees.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we will be unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Due to the volume of expected applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
The deadline for receipt of application is 4 August 2025.