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.

About the Role:

J&J Editorial is a growing organization that supports the editorial management of a wide range of scholarly publications, primarily academic journals. Our colleagues are experts in helping editorial offices establish priorities and implement workflows that support submission growth and timely publication.

The Editorial Assistant is an entry-level role responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of assigned journals and projects while ensuring activities are completed in accordance with client expectations and established processes.

How you will make an impact:

• Provide support to Managing Editors, Senior Managing Editors, and Client Managers through manuscript processing, email-based activities, and special projects.
• Develop an understanding of the peer review process from submission through acceptance and utilize manuscript submission systems to complete processing tasks.
• Understand how individual responsibilities contribute to team, department, and business objectives.
• Support knowledge sharing and assist with onboarding or training activities when needed.
• Follow established communication guidelines and apply critical thinking to assigned tasks.
• Deliver high-quality customer service while meeting productivity targets and deadlines.
• Contribute to departmental and cross-functional projects as assigned.
• Communicate proactively and escalate issues appropriately to colleagues and managers.
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and courtesy when interacting with clients, editors, reviewers, authors, and colleagues.

We are looking for people who:

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• 0-4 years of experience, internship, or academic exposure in editorial support, scholarly publishing, project coordination, administrative operations, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English at a professional working proficiency level.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new systems and software quickly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to quality.

We power infinite possibilities.

For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing—creating impact that reaches everywhere.

We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.

Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local 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 tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

Why Work Here?

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About Us

We're a forward-thinking organization dedicated to innovation and growth. Our success is built on the diverse talents and perspectives of our team members, who work together to solve complex challenges and create meaningful impact. We foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and professional development.

Support

Applicants who have any questions about the job application process may contact Talent Acquisition Support for assistance.