CompanyPenguin Random HousePositionSenior Editor, Bantam Dell (Open to Remote) – New York City, NYJob SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Editor to join the Bantam Dell imprint, focusing on fiction titles in romance, historical, suspense, mystery, and romantic comedy categories.ResponsibilitiesAcquire manuscripts—mainly fiction—in the rom‑com, historical fiction, suspense, mystery, and romance categories.Edit manuscripts, write editorial letters, and line‑edit manuscripts; work with authors on concepts, outlines, and revisions.Cultivate relationships in the agent community, particularly in these categories; develop new agent relationships and maintain ongoing ones.Stay current on potential acquisitions of self‑published authors with breakout potential.Position works for target readerships, then collaborate with cover, publicity, and marketing to develop publishing plans to reach the widest possible audience.Work with production and managing editorial departments on copyediting, schedule, and design.Prepare sales materials as needed, including endorsement requests, flap copy, title information sheets, reading guide questions, and value‑add materials.Keep abreast of category trends and competitive titles.Handle daily correspondence, office work, phone calls, and attend required meetings.Handle special projects, backlist titles, house authors as assigned, and work collaboratively with the larger team.QualificationsAt least 5 years of book editorial experience and a solid track record of shaping commercially successful books.Strong editorial, communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills.Ability to work independently and attend to detail.Deep category knowledge in romance and related fiction genres.Ability to cultivate agent relationships and stay current on industry trends.CompensationSalary range: $78,000–$85,000 per year. All positions are eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.BenefitsFull‑time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, prescription drug, 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.Equal Employment OpportunityPenguin 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
