Job Description

Bloomsbury Publishing is looking for a dynamic and proactive Head of International Sales to join our International Sales team to lead on our sales strategy for Head of Zeus as well as US distribution across all lists.
This role represents an exciting opportunity for a target-driven, enthusiastic publishing sales professional with a proven track record and relevant experience of working within the international markets to join our highly successful, award-winning team.
The Head of International Sales will report into the International Group Sales Director and will work closely with the rest of the International Sales team based in the UK, China and Singapore with specific responsibility for Head of Zeus. There will be territorial responsibility for distribution of Head of Zeus and Bloomsbury titles into the US; this role incorporates working across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be highly knowledgeable about international sales, passionate about quality books and an excellent communicator, able to confidently represent the team in acquisition meetings, author pitches and customer-facing presentations as well as being the ambassador for export for the Head of Zeus list.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join Bloomsbury and the International Sales team at a truly exciting time and to play a vital part in the company's future plans for sustained and ambitious growth.
The role

• Responsible for sales into the US: working with our US office to agree distribution for Head of Zeus and Bloomsbury titles

• International Sales lead on Head of Zeus strategy and lead contributor to the Head of Zeus budget process alongside the International Group Sales Director
• Work with the UK digital team, providing market insight to maximise our Head of Zeus e-book and audio sales internationally
• Review and streamline multi-format internal reporting and processes
• Key voice in the Head of Zeus acquisitions process including providing market feedback and analysis
• Support the wider team in setting and achieving sales targets for titles published by Head of Zeus
• Work with the Senior International Marketing Manager to create seasonal promotional opportunities for Head of Zeus titles
• Work with UK marketing and publicity to support international author events and work with the team to develop more international marketing opportunities
• Represent the team in Head of Zeus author pitches and presentations
• Provide support to the International Group Sales Director and wider team, researching sales data and competitor activity to give acquisition numbers for new projects

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Experience of selling trade books internationally and preferably knowledge of the North American market
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
• Highly numerate and comfortable with forecasting, budgeting and sales data analysis
• Exemplary Excel, Powerpoint and Word skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of selling multiple formats across the international markets
• Knowledge of international book data reporting systems
• Adaptable and dynamic
• Highly efficient and driven
• Strategic and creative

Additional information
The role is a full-time permanent position
Salary Range: 48,500 - 55,000
The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on Mondays and at Head of Zeus, 5-8 Hardwick Street, London EC1R 4RG on Wednesdays, on a hybrid working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).
Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the 'APPLY NOW' button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 23:59 on Sunday 30th November 2025.
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Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications
Bloomsbury Benefits
As well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:
Working Pattern

• Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)

Holidays

• 25 days holiday
• 3.5 days Christmas company holiday

Other Benefits

• Two paid Personal Wellness Days
• Flexible Fridays - take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week
• Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.
• Season Ticket Loan
• Learning & Development - Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal & IPG Skills Hub
• Share Save Scheme
• AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Peppy Health App
• In-house Doctor
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• EAP Advice and Counselling

Company culture - Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources
For additional benefits see below
Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
Bloomsbury is committed to creating a working environment that stimulates creativity and collaboration, is respectful of difference, is inclusive and ethical in its practice, and promotes well-being. We are determined to nurture and develop our employees to reach their highest potential, and we know that our success is down to the passion, commitment and hard work of our talented people. We recognise the urgent need to attract and support applicants from all backgrounds and identities to become part of the global publishing industry, allowing diverse voices to reflect and shape our culture and society.
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