Editorial Assistant

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

12‑month fixed‑term position. The Editorial Assistant is an entry‑level role responsible for executing the daily tasks of the journal(s) and/or project(s) assigned, in accordance with client expectations. You’ll play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of the editorial process, ensuring timely and high‑quality support for editors, authors, and other stakeholders.

• Provide support to the Managing Editor, Senior Managing Editor, and/or Client Manager through manuscript processing tasks, email‑based tasks, or special projects.
• Check new papers submitted to assigned journals and verify formatting requirements.
• Act as a liaison between journal editors and authors, reviewers, and other stakeholders.
• Apply knowledge of the peer review process—submission to acceptance—and utilize the submission system to perform manuscript processing.
• Understand how assigned duties relate to others in the department and how the department integrates within the division and business unit.
• Assist in training colleagues on assigned projects (no supervisory responsibilities).
• Follow established guidelines for communication and demonstrate critical thinking skills in relation to assigned tasks.
• Contribute to the team by providing high‑quality customer service and meeting productivity goals and deadlines.
• Assist with projects as directed by members of Editorial and Peer Review Services.
• Communicate proactively and escalate issues appropriately with colleagues and managers.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism and courtesy when working with colleagues and clients.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English at a professional level.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong critical thinking and decision‑making abilities.
• Customer‑service orientation with problem–solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within a time‑driven, deadline‑based environment.
• Professional and helpful communication at all times.

• Comfortable viewing articles that describe or picture graphic scientific content as part of editorial work.

Salary Range: £25,353 to £31,384 (United Kingdom). Compensation may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

Wiley is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any status protected by applicable laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact  for assistance.