Senior Development Editor (Maternity Cover) Fixed-term (maternity cover) London / Hybrid (3 days a week in the office) Salary: £35,000-£37,000 per annum, depending on experience Start date - mid-March Thames and Hudson is the leading global publisher of illustrated books on the visual arts, architecture, design and popular culture. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Editor to join us to cover the development and management of a range on titles, with a particular focus on homes and gardens and illustrated reference. This is a senior, hands-on editorial role, suited to someone with strong development skills, excellent judgment, and confidence managing complex illustrated projects from early concept through delivery. The role Reporting to the Director of Publishing and Digital, you will play a key role in developing, shaping and managing illustrated book projects, working closely with authors, designers, photographers and internal teams. Key responsibilities include: Developing and sharpening new book ideas with authors, and preparing materials for internal publishing discussions Assessing proposals and new ideas, including audience, positioning and market context Researching content, authors and competing titles Determining production specifications and preparing costings and PandLs Working with the legal team to prepare draft contracts Acting as primary editorial contact for authors during the development phase, maintaining regular and proactive communicat