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Corporate - General Attorney in Saint Paul, MN

West Academic Jun 21,2017 Jun 06,2017 Location Saint Paul MN
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In-House

Attorney

Corporate - General

Min 1 yrs required

Profile

Acquisitions Editor Responsibilities: Acquire new products: solicit manuscripts, review proposals, perform market research, negotiate contracts for products developed for the law school and higher education markets. Assist authors and editorial team in development of manuscripts and design features for products aimed at the law school market. With editorial team, ensure updates of backlist of 1K published titles through supplementation and timely publication of new editions. Ensure manuscripts are received and produced consistent with publishing plan objectives by maintaining constant communication with authors and production staff both prior to and during manuscript production. Work with authors and marketing team on promotional pieces for law school products. Educate Account Managers on features and attributes of products.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: JD Degree required. Experience in legal education, academic publishing, editorial or related business experience preferred desired. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, high level of professionalism and poise required. Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills. Exceptional editorial judgment and attention to detail. Ability to interpret, analyze, organize and communicate complex legal material. Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with all contacts, both in and outside West Academic. Interest in legal academia and/or academic technology a plus. Must be able to perform well both independently and in a team setting.

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