3 days ago
Personal & Publishing Assistant to an Author
Personal & Publishing Assistant to an AuthorFull-time | Hastings-based (Hybrid Working) Competitive Salary Start Date: ASAPAn established and successful author is seeking a highly capable Personal & Publishing Assistant to become a key part of a growing creative and publishing business.This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of a writing life and an ambitious independent press. The role combines personal assistance, publishing coordination, project management, and event support, helping to ensure that both the author and the business operate smoothly and effectively.The successful candidate will become a trusted partner, supporting book launches, publishing projects, reader events, and the day-to-day administration that allows a busy creative professional to focus on their work.The RoleThe position spans three core areas:Personal SupportManaging diaries, schedules, and appointmentsProtecting and organising writing and working timeInbox management and correspondenceCoordinating travel arrangements and logisticsHandling general administrative tasks across work and personal commitmentsActing as a trusted gatekeeper and point of organisationPublishing & Project CoordinationSupporting book publication schedules and production timelinesAssisting with Kickstarter campaigns and related administrationCoordinating marketing, publicity, and promotional activityLiaising with freelancers, suppliers, and publishing contactsTracking projects and ensuring deadlines are metMaintaining systems, records, and documentationEvents & CommunitySupporting the planning and delivery of reader and author eventsAssisting with online and in-person eventsCoordinating logistics, communications, and attendee informationHelping build and maintain engagement with readers and the wider communityAbout YouThis role will suit someone who sees personal assistance as a profession and takes genuine satisfaction from helping someone else's work and life run smoothly.You are highly organised by instinct, naturally proactive, and enjoy creating order, anticipating needs, solving problems before they arise, and ensuring that details never fall through the cracks.You may have experience as a PA, Executive Assistant, project coordinator, operations coordinator, office manager, or in another role where organisation, discretion, and managing competing priorities were central to your success.You will be:Exceptionally organised and detail-orientedAn excellent written communicatorDiscreet, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential informationTechnologically confident and quick to learn new systemsCalm under pressure and capable of managing multiple prioritiesEnergetic, positive, and resourcefulNaturally intuitive, with strong judgement and common sensePublishing experience would be welcomed but is not essential.If this role sounds exciting to you and you would like to find out more please send your CV to apply to hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.