Job Description

About the role

We're looking for a smart, motivated Subscriptions Marketing and Circulation Manager to help grow and serve our magazines audience which include The House, The Parliament magazine, Civil Service World and Holyrood. This is a part-time role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, ideal for someone who understands the value of high-quality publishing and wants to play a key part in reaching new readers while keeping existing subscribers engaged and satisfied.



You'll take the lead on growing our print subscriptions base--developing creative campaigns, optimising retention, and ensuring a seamless customer journey from sign-up to delivery. Alongside this, you'll manage the operational nuts and bolts of circulation: keeping our subscriber data clean and up-to-date, overseeing print quantities, liaising with printers and our fulfilment bureau, and making sure every issue lands in the right place, on time.



This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a balance of audience insight, logistics, and commercial awareness. You'll work closely with our editorial, marketing, and production teams, and you'll have the space to bring your own ideas to the table on how we grow smarter and operate more efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow our subscriber base across print and digital platforms. Oversee circulation strategy and manage distribution schedules. Maintain accurate subscriber lists. Leading the relationship with our fulfilment bureau. Analyse subscription trends, retention and acquisition data. Work closely with other departments, such as editorial, sales, product, and customer service, to develop customer-centric acquisition and retention strategies. Collect subscriber data to monitor satisfaction levels and support future subscription proposition development. Manage customer service query in conjunction with our fulfilment bureau. Liaise with printers to confirm print runs and ensure timely delivery. Managing our yearly ABC submissions. Prepare reports on circulation, performance, and growth KPIs.

Requirements, skills and experience

Proven experience in subscriptions, circulation, or audience management (print/digital). Comfortable using subscriber platforms, and Excel/Google Sheets. Analytical mindset - able to spot trends and act on them. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Familiar with working with third-party suppliers (fulfilment bureau, printers, mailing houses, etc.). A proactive self-starter who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. Interest in UK and EU politics is desirable but not essential.

Please note: This is a part-time position with flexible hours, approximately 20 to 22.5 hours per week. We are open to discussing a working pattern that suits your needs. The salary for this role is 24,000 pro rata, based on the agreed hours (equivalent to 40,000 full-time equivalent).

About Total Politics Group

Total Politics Group specialises in media, events and training focused on politics, government and public policy. Based in Westminster's Millbank Tower, and working flexibly, we offer an unparalleled opportunity for up-close involvement in Westminster politics. Following a recent major acquisition, we are a growing business with an expanding workforce - to learn more, visit www.totalpolitics.com

Employee Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated for part-time hours) Flexible working - hybrid as standard Corporate Gym Membership Discount Cycle to Work Scheme Season Ticket Loan Life assurance (4x salary) Employee Referral Bonus Scheme Employee Assistance Programme

Equal opportunities

At Total Politics Group, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace, where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.





We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities, identities, and experiences, particularly those from groups that are typically underrepresented.





As an equal opportunities employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010.





Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes:


Ensuring fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment practices. Fostering a workplace culture that celebrates inclusion and mutual respect. Making reasonable adjustments to support accessibility and remove barriers wherever possible.




We aim to be an organisation where everyone, regardless of background, has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and succeed.





If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

How to apply

If you are interested in the role, please submit your application and cover letter through our Company Careers Page About - Total Politics