Acquisitions Editor Linguistics and/or Communication Studies (f/m/d)

De Gruyter Brill; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading scholarly publishing firm in Berlin is seeking an Acquisitions Editor for Linguistics and Communication Studies. You will manage publishing projects, drive strategy implementation, and build professional networks within the scholarly community. Ideal candidates have experience in academic publishing, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive working style. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for personal development.

Leistungen

Family-friendly working time models

Flexible home office arrangements

Development budget for training

Qualifikationen

• Experience in academic publishing with a solid understanding of the publishing landscape.
• Familiarity with the fields of Linguistics & Communication Studies and digital publishing formats.
• Willingness to actively contribute during the merger process.

Aufgaben

• Acquire new publishing projects and implement publishing strategies.
• Conduct market research and portfolio analysis for expansion.
• Oversee financial planning and manage workflows efficiently.

Kenntnisse

Exceptional communication skills

Networking abilities

Understanding of academic publishing

Time management skills

Proficiency in English

Ausbildung

Academic degree

Jobbeschreibung

De Gruyter Brill is a global leader in scholarly publishing in the humanities and beyond. Combining a rich heritage dating back to 1683 with a forward-looking mindset, our mission is to publish and curate indispensable research that breaks boundaries, builds new bonds, and shapes a better future. Join our diverse and passionate team of over 600 colleagues around the world – and help us shape the future of scholarly communications.

Acquisitions Editor Linguistics and/or Communication Studies (f/m/d)

Global | Full-time | as soon as possible

As Acquisitions Editor Linguistics & Communication Studies, you will contribute to maintaining and expanding our international portfolio of books, journals and digital reference works. Your responsibilities will include acquiring new publishing projects, driving the implementation of our publishing strategy, and managing workflows to ensure excellence across all formats. A key aspect of your role will be building and maintaining professional networks, enabling you to identify opportunities and cultivate collaborations within the global linguistics & communication studies community.

• Build and maintain professional networks with authors, consultants, and editors, fostering collaborations and leading discussions with key stakeholders
• Conduct market research and portfolio analysis to identify opportunities for expanding the portfolio
• Implement publishing policies, managing the portfolio to achieve growth objectives, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with marketing on promotional efforts
• Oversee financial planning, including budget development, cost forecasting, and revenue monitoring, ensuring alignment with operational goals
• Manage workflows and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of publishing projects while supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Your profile

• Experience in academic publishing with a solid understanding of the publishing landscape and processes
• Exceptional communication and networking skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with authors, editors, and other stakeholders in the scholarly community
• Familiarity with the fields of Linguistics & Communication Studies, and with digital publishing formats and workflows, with keen interest in industry trends and innovations
• Academic degree and extensive relevant networks
• A proactive, goal-oriented working style with excellent time management skills, balancing independent decision making and teamwork effectively
• Strong technical aptitude and adaptability, with the ability to quickly master in-house tools and systems
• Willingness to actively contribute to and shape the opportunities and transformations during the merger process of DGB
• Proficiency in English, basic knowledge of additional modern languages (Spanish, Hebrew, Mandarin, or others) is an asset

We offer you

• An exciting professional challenge for one of the innovation drivers of the publishing industry
• Family-friendly working time models, flexitime, and flexible home office arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance, alongside a substantial vacation allowance and additional special leave days
• Extensive benefits and allowances for a healthy, balanced life
• Development budget and opportunities for training and personal development
• Passionate colleagues in diverse, international teams; joint team events and company parties

At De Gruyter Brill, we are dedicated to diversity, equal opportunity, and building an inclusive culture where everyone belongs. We believe in individual potential, so please apply even if you don’t meet every requirement—passion and a willingness to learn matter as much as qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!