Job Details
We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Contracts & Business Affairs Managerwith strong experience in the world of Permissions/Content Licensing/Contracts and Business Affairs.
You’ll be joining our dynamic Permissions & Content Licensing team in which you’ll have the opportunity to lead strategy, innovate, and drive revenue growth through granting Permissions and licensing content from our books to third parties.
This is a fixed term, full-time opportunity however, we would be happy to accept applications from those seeking part time hours at four days per week.
About Us:
The Permissions & Content Licensing Team forms part of the larger Group Contracts & Business Affairs Department and is responsible for licensing extracts, covers, artwork and other copyright material for a variety of uses by third parties.
Role Summary:
Working at a senior level with little supervision, you will act as a key member of the Permissions & Content Licensing Team with responsibility for developing and maintaining relationships with key licensees and authors, handling complex Permissions licences, training Permissions Assistants and Executives, ensuring Permissions processes, data and reports are maintained to a high standard, and shaping team strategy for growth.
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About Penguin:
We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.
How to apply: Please apply with your CV & Cover Letter by 23:59 on Friday 13th September 2024.
Salary: £33,403 - £50,105 depending on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus benefits.
Competitive benefits package: Our people are the heart of our business, and we work hard to support a culture of responsibility and recognition.
Our benefits include:
For our full benefits list please visit:
Hybrid working: While our offices across the UK are places to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. For this role we expect you to come into the office, based in London, 2/3 times a week.
The recruitment process: You can read about our recruitment process at
We encourage you to tell us about any reasonable adjustments you may need by emailing . Remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request.
Please note, we are not able to accept agency CVs for this role. Any CVs sent speculatively will not be eligible for a fee.
Company: The Random House Group Limited
Country: United Kingdom
State/Region: London
City: London
Postal Code: SW11 7BW
Job ID: 273113