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Executive Publisher, Springer Journals
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About this role
Job Title: Executive Publisher, Springer Journals
Location: London - Hybrid working model
Applications Deadline: 27th August
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About the Role
The Executive Publisher is responsible for driving and managing the strategic growth and development of a portfolio of journals. You may also contribute to the overall success of the publishing unit by managing, developing and nurturing a team of individuals. You will create an environment to successfully engage with external editors, editorial board members and publishing partners, attract the best authors, and to deliver their publishing programme in a timely and efficient manner.
The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis. It is based in our London office on a hybrid working model.
Role responsibilities:
Create a positive and energetic team environment, providing trusted management in which your team are engaged, can learn and develop, and understand what is expected of them and the value of their contribution to the business, demonstrating skills in goal alignment and adaptability.
Drive the editorial and publishing development of a portfolio of journals, demonstrating expertise in portfolio development & management skills and a strategic mindset.
Understand and engage regularly with external editors and the research communities that your journals serve, leveraging your ability to build networks and apply strong scientific comprehension.
Understand and engage regularly with your society/institutional publishing partners, using your ability to build networks and identify opportunities for business development.
Ensure implementation of strategy and new policies, workflows, systems and processes, applying data analytics/ quantitative skills, business insights, and a strategic mindset to accomplish goals.
Contribute to the wider Springer Journals division through the application of business insights, market intelligence and consulting skills.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Excellent management and communication skills
Excellent leadership and team-building qualities
Demonstrable journal experience within a scientific/academic publishing environment
Excellent English language skills
Thorough understanding of the research or scientific process as it pertains to our publishing
Thorough understanding of the needs of editors, authors and referees as key customers
Strong analytical and commercial skills
Enthusiasm and passion for excellence in research and science
Educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably in a biomedicine field of study
To apply, please submit:
a CV
a cover letter explaining your motivation for applying
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