Assistant Editor, Simon & Schuster Books

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Simon & Schuster is seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious, and highly organized Assistant Editor to join the editorial team of our flagship imprint, with a focus on fiction publishing.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with acclaimed and emerging authors while supporting a dynamic editorial list spanning upmarket fiction, commercial fiction and literary fiction.

The ideal candidate is a passionate reader with sharp editorial instincts, strong administrative skills, and a deep curiosity about the contemporary fiction marketplace. This person should be eager to contribute creatively to the acquisition, development, and publication of standout fiction titles while building a long-term career in trade publishing.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and editorial support to senior editors and editorial leadership

Manage schedules, submissions, contracts, author correspondence, and departmental communications

Read and evaluate manuscript submissions, proposals, and sample material

Draft reader's reports, competitive title analyses, flap copy, title information sheets, and acquisition materials

Assist in preparing books for publication, including coordinating with authors, agents, copyeditors, designers, production teams, and marketing/publicity departments

Participate in editorial meetings, acquisitions discussions, and brainstorming sessions

Track market trends, bestselling titles, emerging voices, and genre developments across the fiction landscape

Support author relationships and contribute to maintaining a positive author experience throughout the publishing process

Help manage deadlines and workflows across multiple projects at varying stages of development

Represent the imprint professionally with agents, authors, and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Prior publishing, media, editorial, bookselling, agency, or related assistant experience preferred

Demonstrated passion for upmarket fiction, commercial fiction and literary fiction

Strong editorial judgment and excellent written and verbal communication skills

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset

Familiarity with the current fiction marketplace, including bestselling authors, genre trends, and reader communities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general publishing workflows

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

Job Details

Job Family

Editorial

Job Function

Content / Editorial / Publishing

Pay Type

Hourly

Employment Indicator

Regular

Hiring Min Rate

55,000 USD

Hiring Max Rate

57,000 USD