PRH is the world’s largest trade publisher, boasting an impressive list of authors from cherished favourites to future classics across many genres and formats. We are looking for a talented salesperson to join our Children’s Publishing Team as a Rights Manager. 

 

The role of the Children’s Rights Manager is to secure subsidiary rights book sales throughout the world and to communicate those sales internally as well as to authors and other external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the submissions of Australian and New Zealand Children’s titles to Penguin Random House group and non-group overseas companies for English rights sales Manage submissions of selected Australian and New Zealand titles to foreign language publishers/agents Coordinate material and appointments for book fairs with publishers  Build and maintain relationships with Australian children’s authors and agents Effectively communicate rights updates to the Children’s Publishing team  Keep an organised system of sold and available rights for easy reference Draw up sub-rights contracts and reversion paperwork when necessary

 

About you:

Rights and permissions experience Experience with licensing (preferable but not necessary) Sales and/or marketing experience (preferable but not necessary) Experience within the book industry (preferable but not necessary) Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Strong negotiation skills High level attention to detail and accuracy 

 

The ideal candidate will have a passion for children’s books and a strong interest in the international publishing world. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply now. All applications must include a cover letter outlining your suitability to the role.

 

Due to the high volume of applications we may receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

 

Penguin Random House is the world’s largest trade book publisher, boasting an impressive list of authors from cherished favourites to future classics across many genres and platforms. In Australia and New Zealand, we are proud to work with the most talented writers, thinkers and achievers and publish a diverse range of local and international voices. We are the leading publisher distributing books across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on speed and reliability to reach our customers and bring the very best books to readers everywhere. Our 400+ creative and passionate people from various backgrounds and experiences work together to uphold our reputation for excellence and clear commitment to service throughout the entire publishing process, and help us to achieve exceptional results. More information can be found at https://www.penguin.com.au/ and https://www.penguin.co.nz/.

Penguin Random House is committed to providing a workplace and culture that values diversity and inclusion across all levels of the business. We recognise and acknowledge the contribution of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. This includes, however is not limited to, differences in gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and family status.

 

Company: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd 

Country: Australia 

State/Region: New South Wales 

City: North Sydney 

Postal Code: 2060 

Job ID: 275841