DK UK Sales - Sales Assistant

Calling all book enthusiasts! Are you an organised quick thinker with an eye for detail, who would thrive in a fast-paced environment? Then don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our client publisher team working on our fiction lists.

We are seeking a confident and well-organised Sales Assistant to join our Sales team in the London office. You will  support the wider DK International and UK Sales teams, coordinating vital sales materials and information across a wide variety of fiction lists and gain an understanding of the requirements of a fast-paced global content business. 

This role offers a unique opportunity to expand your publishing knowledge and develop valuable skills in sales and marketing, gaining invaluable experience. You'll receive firsthand experience in the importance of exceptional customer service, both for our sales teams and directly with readers at exciting sales events.

As a Sales Assistant, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Field requests for the sales team, including acquiring sales material from the US and help with sales presentations content.
• Support custom production requests, including cost management and collaboration with our custom team to help deliver bespoke projects.
• Contribute to event support as needed, assisting in the seamless execution of sales events and activities.  
• Report on market data to identify key trends, with opportunities to conduct competitor analysis and provide insights.  
• Generate and circulate weekly sales reports, as well as ad-hoc reporting

Our assistant will have a ‘can-do’ attitude, able to think on their feet quickly and dive into challenges head-on. Your strong organisational and analytical skills will set you apart. Plus, your effective communication skills will enable you to connect with colleagues and customers alike.

The Sales Assistant role is a springboard for a career in sales and is the perfect opportunity for someone wanting to build on a genuine passion for sales and books. If you want to work within an incredibly creative, innovative and award-winning organisation, as part of a successful and highly motivated team, then apply today!

Please apply with your most recent CV and cover letter detailing why you are interested in working in fiction publishing. Only applications with relevant cover letters will be considered.

Salary: £27,500
Closing date for applications: 20 March 2025

We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people, some of which are:

• 25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one, plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Volunteering policy and charity matching
• Employee assistance programme
• 60% discount on company books
• Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
• Flex Fridays (1pm Finish*)
• Shopping discounts 
• Up to 30 days remote working from abroad

And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business

DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.

DK is a member of the disability confident scheme. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.

DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new ‘smart-working’ policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DK’s office.

The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade, but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information, visit www.booktradeentrysupport.org

*Subject to certain criteria being met.
 

About our Company: 

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

We are the world's leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann, creating cutting-edge design and stunning visual books for the whole family. We are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for knowledge. With a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK, US, Germany, India, China, Spain and Australia, we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on dk.com.

Company: Dorling Kindersley Limited 

Country: United Kingdom 

State/Region: London 

City: London 

Postal Code: SW1V 2SA 

Job ID: 278172