Join the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and help promote excellence in the veterinary profession.
The role:
The British Small Animal Veterinary Association, based near Gloucester, has a fantastic opportunity for a Production Editor to join its publications team to work on its internationally-renowned series of veterinary publications. The Production Editor will oversee publishing projects from receipt to publication and be the main point of contact for external authors and editors during that time. This role is an ideal opportunity for a candidate with some experience in publishing to work on a prestigious and highly-regarded range of titles.
Skills and Experience:
The successful candidate will ideally be of graduate calibre or equivalent. A degree in life or health sciences would be advantageous.
Experience of core editorial skills such as copy-editing, proofreading and project management is required. Strong Microsoft Office skills together with an awareness of the digital publishing environment would also be advantageous.
The Person:
The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team environment and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful applicant should also be able to act on their own initiative, multi-task and prioritise their workload, paying meticulous attention to detail.
About the BSAVA:
The BSAVA is a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, we work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research and developing policy. Each year we deliver numerous education courses, host the largest small animal Congress in Europe, and publish books, manuals, apps and magazines.
Benefits:
This is a permanent, full-time role of 40 hours per week, offering a salary between £23,000 – £26,000 per annum, depending on qualification and/or experience. Benefits include hybrid working, 25 days holiday (increasing by 1 day each calendar year up to 28 days), free on-site parking, 7% contributions towards Group Personal Pension, Company Sick Pay, 4x Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance after 12 months’ service.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the requirements to Nicola Lloyd at n.lloyd@bsava.com.
If you have any questions, or would like to discuss the role, please contact Nicola Lloyd using the email address above.
Closing date: 11 August 2022, however we encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we find a suitable candidate.
Please note, if applicants haven’t received a response within 10 days of the closing date, then it is to be assumed that they have not been successful with their application.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the information on your CV being held by the Association for six months.