Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

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Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group ( Penguin, Penguin Press, Riverhead and Viking ) [Open to Remote]

The contracts department at Penguin Random House seeks a Contracts Assistant to join the Penguin Publishing Group contracts team.The Contracts Assistant is an integral part of the drafting, negotiating, and complete execution of contracts while partnering with many different areas of the company . The Assistant will work closely with the Contracts Director while liaising with editorial, legal, royalties & accounting, and the various contracts teams and partnering closely with agents, authors, and publishing entities to finalize the acquisition of rights for Penguin. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

The Penguin Publishing Group is a storied leader in bestselling, prize-winning array of literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, translated literature, lifestyle/inspiration, and distinguished classic titles, including The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett, Breath by James Nestor, Moon Witch, Spider King by Marlon James and The Invisible Kingdom by Meghan O’Rourke, His Name Is George Floyd by Robert Samuels and Toluse Olorunnipa, An Honest Living by Dwyer Murphy, The Lemon by S. E. Boyd, Half American by Matthew F. Delmont, The Perfect Nanny by Leila Slimani, Diary of a Void by Emi Yagi, The Boy and the Dog by Seishu Hase, The Woman in the Purple Skirt by Natsuko Imamura, Ikigai by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles, Don’t Worry by Shunmyo Masuno, Forest Bathing by Qing Li, and new editions of classics by such authors as Virginia Woolf, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Rudolfo Anaya, Miguel Ángel Asturias, Machado de Assis, Mikhail Bulgakov, Yevgeny Zamyatin, George S. Schuyler, W. E. B. Du Bois, Langston Hughes, Younghill Kang, Wu Cheng’en, Osamu Dazai, Carlo Collodi, and Angela Carter. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

The Contracts Department represents an unrivaled roster of award-winning and celebrated titles across an editorial breadth that includes notable children’s board books, picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade books, break-out young adult fiction and non-fiction, adult fiction, narrative history, science, memoirs, study aids, self-help, personal development and topics of particular interest to women, as well as practical and prescriptive books and impactful titles on themes like teamwork, success, and leadership. We support the acquisition of rights process for all titles at Penguin Random House.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, meticulous self-starter who can manage a diverse set of responsibilities efficiently and effectively and is comfortable asking for help when needed. Once you’ve proven an independent ability to draft and negotiate, while also remembering to step back, consider the big picture, and adjust your strategy when needed, you’ll assume greater responsibilities over time. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

For consideration, please apply using our ATS system by October 16, 2023, and include your cover letter and resume.

The Role:

  • Will work with the Ballantine Bantam Dell, One World, Harmony Rodale, and Roc Lit 101 imprints and draft and negotiate author and writer-for-hire contracts , contract amendments, and handle rights reversions
  • Manage contracts inquiries from other departments such as Editorial, Subsidiary Rights (a team that sells translation and other rights), and Royalties
  • Route contracts and amendments to appropriate parties for signature
  • Conduct contract research
  • Scan files and perform database maintenance
  • Liaise with Royalties to ensure data for payments or changes to payment due dates is accurate
  • Coordinate with team and internal resources to optimize the efficiency of processes and workflow
  • Support additional project work for the group as needed

The Essentials:

  • A self-starter with impeccable attention to detail when drafting and reviewing contracts
  • It is essential that the candidate possesses a proactive and independent approach to work, including a strong ability to problem-solve autonomously
  • Able to apply organizational methods and strategies to meet deadlines and manage a busy inbox on Outlook.
  • Timely follow-up skills with the contracts team, authors, agents, and other departments and the ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects in a rapidly changing, details-focused environment
  • A curious mind that enjoys research projects
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Adobe (PDF), and Excel and an avid interest and ability to learn new applications
  • A history or interest in journalism, communications, literature, or a related publishing field is a plus, but not required to succeed in this role. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

Entry-level salary for this position is $48,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

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Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, 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 & generous paid time off. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children’s publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children’s Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

Penguin 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. Contracts Assistant, Penguin Publishing Group (Open to Remote)

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America


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