Penguin Random House is hiring: Assistant Managing Editor (Hybrid) in New York

The Corporate Bookmaking team is currently seeking two Assistant Managing Editors—one to support the Del Rey and Inklore imprints, reporting to the Senior Managing Editor, and one to support the Harmony, Rodale, Convergent, and One World imprints, reporting to the Managing Editor. In either role, you will be a key member of a highly collaborative team that is experiencing a period of exciting growth.

This position requires extreme attention to detail, great people skills, and a facility for working in a fast‑paced environment. You will manage and disperse information company-wide and help bring to fruition a diverse list of books and products. Our lists include everything from cookbooks, novels, and comics to books on health, wellness, and social science. Our notable authors include Ta‑Nahisi Coates, Silvia Moreno‑Garcia, Rachel Smythe, and Yung Pueblo. Uniquely placed at the intersection of many different teams across the division, Assistant Managing Editors route materials and act as a point of contact for various departments, including editorial, production, design, cover art, marketing, and sales.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day‑to‑day upkeep of data in internal databases.
• Route and track cover copy and jackets.
• Set and manage deadlines for manuscripts and cover copy from the editorial department.
• Schedule seasonal meetings by imprint and create/distribute meeting materials.
• Process corrections for both print books and eBooks, collaborating with production editorial, art, and the corporate reprint production team.
• Provide general support to the Managing Editorial department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in book publishing; Managing Editorial or Production Editorial preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style.

If you have a preference for working with one set of imprints over the other, please specify this in your cover letter.

Salary: $56,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.

This is a hybrid position with in‑office responsibilities. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri‑state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

Applications for this role will be accepted through November 9, 2025 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

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Benefits

Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits includes, but is not limited to, medical/prescription drug insurance, dental, vision, health care/dependent care flexible spending account, health savings account, pre‑tax and Roth 401(k), short and long‑term disability insurance, life/AD&D insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment program, educational assistance, and generous paid time off.

EEO Statement

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 284155