Senior Editor, Random House

Job Description

Senior Editor – Random House

Penguin Random House is currently seeking a Senior Editor with a proven record for publishing successful, high-quality fiction, to acquire and edit books that uphold the spirit of this esteemed, ninety-five-year-old list while helping to chart a bold and creative future. Reporting to the Editorial Director of Fiction, the Editor will build a list of smart, accessible fiction that speaks to, and is representative of, the diversity of our potential audiences and our society as a whole.

Random House's award-winning and New York Times bestselling authors include Salman Rushdie, George Saunders, Elizabeth Strout, Gary Shteyngart, Torrey Peters, Warsan Shire, Curtis Sittenfeld, David Mitchell, Taffy Brodesser-Akner, Téa Obreht, Imbolo Mbue, Kelly Link, and Emma Cline, among others.

If you have a love for fiction, an established acquisitions record, and impeccable editorial skills then we're looking for you!

Responsibilities:
• Actively solicit, acquire, and evaluate fiction with critical and bestselling potential, and identify categories to explore for growth potential
• Work with writers to develop and finalize manuscripts, from substantive structural feedback to line edits, and engage and partner with them on a fully realized publishing campaign
• Manage the lifecycle of the editorial process from acquisition to publication: collaborate with designers, art directors, and production teams, as well as with sales, publicity, and marketing teams, to publish and position books as efficiently and effectively as possible
• Build and nurture strong relationships with a network of agent, author, and wider cultural contacts
• Mentor junior staff, as opportunities arise
• Overall, be a powerful and proactive advocate for your titles, your colleagues' lists, and Random House as a whole

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years relevant editorial experience in book publishing or journalism, news/magazines, or related media
• A track record of acquiring and publishing profitable and critically acclaimed books
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to persuasively advocate for titles
• The ability to establish agency contacts within the publishing industry
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and to be supportive of other team members as well as authors
• Diplomacy and sensitivity in handling delicate conversations with multiple parties
• Proficiency in creative problem-solving, decision making, time management, and setting priorities

Please apply using our online application process, and please include your resume and cover letter.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are 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 & generous paid time off.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8z7y6-18-221-53-209-42 in your application.