Editorial Assistant, Forever, Grand Central Publishing
Hachette Book Group
EditorialFull TimeFrom $53k
- Posted
- October 6, 2026
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We’re looking for someone enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the romance category to join our dynamic team at Forever, an imprint of Grand Central Publishing. The Editorial Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to an Executive Editor and a Senior Editor within the Forever team.
This position will be based in our New York office on a three-day-a-week hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities
- Perform administrative duties, including meeting scheduling, mailings, expense reports, etc.
- Track schedules, deadlines, and deliverables for assigned projects and follow up with internal and external partners as needed
- Enter title data into proprietary database system and update throughout the publishing process
- Prepare title fact sheets with key selling points and comparative titles
- Run weekly sales reports
- Traffic editorial projects through Production, Copyediting, and Marketing, and secure appropriate approvals
- Prepare pre-acquisition materials, including profit-and-loss statements
- Read and report on manuscripts and proposals submitted for publication
- Communicate with authors and agents about general questions and updates
Qualifications
- Passion/interest in the romance category
- Strong organization/administrative ability and meticulous attention to detail
- An ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Excellent writing skills, and the aptitude to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings regardless of audience
- Ability to anticipate tasks and take initiative to solve problems while taking ownership of situations as needed
- Knowledge of MS Office programs
- Knowledge of social media
Application Information
- Please provide your resume and cover letter to be considered
- Location: New York City (Hybrid – three days per week in the office)
Compensation and Benefits
- The compensation for this position is $52,500
- Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more
- There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects
- Benefits offered by the company include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave), and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked, and length of employment
- Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms
