Assistant Publisher, Publishing Development

Wiley Global Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company in Oxford is seeking an Assistant Publisher to manage a portfolio of journals in Social Sciences. This role involves evaluating performance, collaborating with scientific editors, and developing strong industry relationships. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, excellent organizational and communication skills, and an interest in scientific research. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

Benefits

Meeting-free Friday afternoons

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree-level education is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are crucial.
• Experience in publishing or editorial management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and development of a portfolio of journals.
• Evaluate the journal portfolio performance aligned with company objectives.
• Build and maintain a network of editors and board members.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interest in scientific research

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors degree-level education

Job description

Overview

Job Description: Assistant Publisher Publishing Development

Location: Oxford GBR

Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring, and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives and your passion; it's in our differences that we empower the way the world learns.

About the Role

We are seeking an Assistant Publisher to oversee the maintenance and development of a portfolio of journals in the Social Sciences. This role involves aligning journal performance with company and departmental goals, collaborating closely with external scientific editors and editorial board members, and cultivating strong relationships across the publishing ecosystem.

How you will make an impact

• Continuously and proactively evaluate the performance of the journal portfolio as it relates to Wiley and department objectives.
• Build and maintain a network of editors and board members, conduct regular engagements, set performance goals, and oversee day-to-day performance.
• Collaborate with editors to achieve targets for submissions, acceptances and published articles.
• Negotiate editor contracts and support editor transitions. Participate in editor interviews and recommend appointments.
• Work cross-functionally to support external reporting, publishing services, society partner contract renewals and business growth.
• Provide research and project support including data analysis and presentation development for renewals and business expansion.
• Maintain organized records and report activities to your manager and/or Senior Director, seeking support and escalating more complex issues as and when needed.

What we look for

• Bachelors degree-level education
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Interest in scientific and social scientific research and scholarly publishing
• Experience in publishing or editorial management (preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail

About Wiley

Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning; our pioneering solutions and services are paving the way for knowledge seekers as they work to solve the world's most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform today's biggest obstacles into tomorrow's brightest opportunities.

With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers' steps into strides, illuminating their path forward to personal, educational and professional success at every stage. Around the globe we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields, adapt their workforces and shape minds.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers and learning champions, all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons, allowing more time for heads down work and professional development; and through a robust body of employee programming we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting for roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range; however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to geographic location, skills and competencies.

Salary Range: 24500 GBP to 33567 GBP

Key Skills: Jpa, ABB, Cosmetology, Corporate, BI, Corporate Development

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 33567 - 33567

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