Conferences Assistant, Academic & Professional Marketing

Description

Bloomsbury Academic & Professional publishes a portfolio of books and digital resources from the world’s most-recognized experts in our areas of expertise: reference, classics, drama, Shakespeare, literature, politics, philosophy, religion, and the visual arts. Our audience ranges from academics to librarians to professionals to readers who are ardent enthusiasts across a wide range of interests. We are part of the Bloomsbury Publishing Group.

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Bloomsbury offers a collegial working environment, with a dedicated and enthusiastic team committed to excellence, originality, and innovation.

Bloomsbury is committed to delivering excellence and originality in scholarship. We strive to be a creative, responsible, entrepreneurial, independent publisher of books, audio books, and digital content of excellence for a global audience.

Be a part of a highly entrepreneurial and inspired environment that is collaborative, fast paced, and always looking toward what is next in publishing. Join us!

In this role you will assist the Associate Conferences Manager with picking & packing supplies, tracking shipments, updating Exhibit Day (conference database), monitoring supplies stock, processing invoices, ordering branded materials, creating order forms, following up with marketers and editors on any conference logistics queries. This role may also require occasional travel to local conferences and/or to other Bloomsbury offices.

• Familiarity with logistical, operational, or fulfillment-focused work, including hands‑on experience with packing, shipping, or inventory processes.
• Preferably 1–2 years of experience with inventory management, stock control, or database‑driven workflows
• Experience with data entry and maintaining accurate records within digital systems or databases
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities related to conference schedules, seasonal workflow, and shipping deadlines.
• Advanced MS Office skills, Excel in particular
• Exceptionally organized and detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Adaptability

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as part of regular job duties.
• Ability to stand, bend, or move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely handle materials, supplies, or equipment associated with the role.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter with submission. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.

This position is a hybrid work arrangement, with a minimum of two days in the office and up to four days depending on seasonal needs and workload. Candidates must reside within commutable distance to our Greenbelt, MD office.

Bloomsbury Publishing USA is committed to a merit‑based, equal‑opportunity workplace. We hire, retain, and promote employees based on individual qualifications, skills, and performance, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our company fosters an inclusive environment where all employees are treated fairly and have the opportunity to succeed based on their abilities and contributions.

We remain dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and fairness in all aspects of employment.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid Work Schedule