Senior Editor/Executive Editor, Gallery Books

Simon & Schuster•New York, NY

About The Position

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com. Gallery Books, a division of Simon & Schuster, is seeking a Senior Editor or Executive Editor to acquire and edit a dynamic list of commercial fiction with a focus on Romance.

Requirements

Minimum 8+ years of experience in trade publishing, with a proven track record of acquiring and editing successful titles
Demonstrated expertise and deep enthusiasm for the Romance category
Strong agent relationships and ability to source and close competitive deals
Exceptional editorial instincts, with experience developing manuscripts at all stages
Proven ability to manage a high-volume list while staying organized, maintaining quality, and meeting deadlines
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Strategic mindset with an eye toward both creative development and commercial performance

Nice To Haves

Experience working with bestselling and high-profile authors
A track record of building or contributing to a successful Romance publishing program
Awareness of digital trends, including BookTok and online reader communities

Responsibilities

Acquire and edit 12–15 titles annually, with a primary focus on Romance across subgenres (including contemporary, historical, romantasy, rom-com, and emerging trends within the category)
Identify and develop high-potential manuscripts with strong commercial appeal and breakout potential
Provide substantive editorial direction, guiding projects from acquisition through publication
Build and maintain strong relationships with literary agents, authors, and internal stakeholders
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, publicity, and sales teams to position titles for success in a competitive marketplace
Track market trends, readership data, and emerging voices to inform acquisition strategy