Editor/Senior Editor

SUMMARY:Little, Brown Books for Young Readers is expanding its YA/crossover and new adult fiction publishing. We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial editor with a passion for upper YA and/or new adult publishing and a proven track record of acquiring successful books in either or both categories. The ideal candidate will have a commercial eye, strong agent relationships, firm grasp on the market with an ability to identify and predict trends, and interest in publishing books across genres from a wide variety of voices. This editor or senior editor will acquire projects traditionally, through IP development, and from seeking out self-published talent; and see books from contract negotiation through the editorial and publication processes.Please note our current hybrid model is two days per week in the New York office.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Build a list of commercial novels featuring characters in their late teens and twenties, across genres including (but not limited to) romantic contemporary fiction, fantasy, and mystery/thriller.Create IP proposals and solicit, evaluate, and develop manuscripts for acquisition.Collaborate effectively and punctually with authors and agents, as well as with the Design, Managing Editorial, Sales, Publicity, Marketing, and other departments.Research and identify trends and opportunities for strategic list and profit growth.Negotiate primary deal terms.