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Editor – Temas de Hoy (Non-Fiction)

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 12 Nov)

Grupo Planeta

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Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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What you'll get

Being part of a young, dynamic, and growing team.
Permanent contract and full-time hours.
Exclusive discounts and promotions for our employees (masters and postgraduates, publishing imprints, collectibles, Casa del Libro...).
An attractive package of social benefits through the flexible remuneration plan, which includes: transport card, restaurant card, childcare vouchers, and medical insurance.

If your profile fits our description, do not hesitate to apply: we are looking for you!

Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

The role

From the Editorial division of Grupo Planeta, specifically for Temas de Hoy, we are looking for a Non-fiction Editor.

We are looking for a profile passionate about the world of entertainment, convinced that books can generate a great impact on the market, on readers, in bookstores, and in the media. We need good ideas and a great desire to turn them into reality.

What will your day-to-day consist of?
SCOUTING - ACQUISITION - CREATION

Focus on the market and detection of new opportunities.
Ideation, conceptualization, and contracting of fiction publishing projects.
Monitoring current events, trends, and the market, both nationally and internationally.

Grupo Planeta

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

We invite you to get to know us!

EDITING

Management of the editorial process for assigned projects: editing, calendars, economic control, contract monitoring, copywriting, metadata, etc.
Maintain feedback with the involved departments: Design, Production, Realization, Marketing and Communication, and Sales.
Work on relationships with authors, agents, and clients, ensuring proactive, positive, and precise communication regarding content development, style, format, and publishing strategy.
Preparation and negotiation of contracting offers.
Attendance at events and presentations. Availability to travel (especially between Madrid and Barcelona), and attendance at fairs.

Requirements

University studies. A postgraduate degree in editing and editorial training is valued.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an editor.
Experience in fiction and translations.
High level of English is indispensable, and other languages (French, Italian, and/or German) will be valued.
Enthusiasm, drive, and motivation. Proactivity, autonomy, and responsibility. Social skills. Critical thinking. Time management. Problem-solving. Creativity.
Ability to work in a team and on several projects at once.

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry: Media & Publishing
Founded: 1949
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia

Good to know if you are moving

Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

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