Job Opportunities

By Ellie Slaney and Joanne Fu

Systems Administrator at Extraordinary Books

Closing Date: 7 November 2025

Salary: £30,000–£35,000

Location: London

Do you possess strong administrative skills, a passion for books and a desire to join the publishing industry? If so, Extraordinary Books, a not-for-profit publisher based in London, is looking for a Systems Administrator to help shape Editorial Collective, its new publishing initiative. If you have a love for books, publishing and working with authors and readers, this role could be perfect for you.

Driven by ideas, creativity and courage, Extraordinary Books prioritises passion over profit to champion great writing and voices that would otherwise go unheard. Its new initiative, Editorial Collective, is a collaborative scheme in which readers help assess book proposals and manuscripts, giving all authors a chance for their voice to be heard and their work to be seen in a busy, profit-driven industry.

The Systems Administrator will be a key part of this initiative, ensuring the new platform runs smoothly and submissions are overseen, distributed and monitored effectively. Main responsibilities include but are not limited to managing member applications, maintaining data, overseeing proposals and submissions, drafting resources, liaising with developers, authors and readers and coordinating manuscripts, deadlines and performance.

This role is perfect for those with strong technical and administrative skills and a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will be organised, proactive, collaborative and a confident communicator with some knowledge of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and data protection. Of course, a passion for books, publishing and innovation is also key!

If you think you would be a good fit for this opportunity, click here to find out more.