Commissioning Editor- Content Acquisition Team (UK)

Informa Group Plc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publishing company seeks a Commissioning Editor in London. The role focuses on commissioning high-quality articles for Medicine and Health journals, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Applicants should have a relevant academic background and experience in publishing. The company values flexible working and a positive environment, providing support for professional development and work-life balance. Remote work is permitted on certain days as well.

Benefits

Flexible working

Work-life balance

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Relevant academic or professional background within Medicine and Health.
• Experience in academic publishing.
• Strong organisational skills, efficiency and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and meet competing deadlines.
• Positive, pro‑active problem‑solving approach.
• Cooperative working with local and global colleagues at all levels.
• High level of computer literacy (MS Office, Outlook, internet browsers; Salesforce experience desirable).
• Active interest in open access, open data and open science.
• Clear written communication and light editing skills required (not a copywriter role).

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured analysis of academic fields to identify growth areas.
• Identify key target researchers and develop commissioning plans.
• Commission high‑quality relevant content across the journal portfolio.
• Build strong networks with researchers through discussions and presentations.
• Liaise closely with editors, authors and key partners.
• Develop thorough knowledge of Editorial Policies.
• Collaborate with team members to meet targets.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Positive problem-solving approach

Cooperative working

High level of computer literacy

Clear written communication

Experience in academic publishing

Education

Relevant academic or professional background within Medicine and Health

Tools

MS Office

Salesforce

Job description

As a member of our global Content Acquisition Team the purpose of this Commissioning Editor role is to commission high‑quality article submissions, delivering an ongoing pipeline of published material across a broad scope of Taylor & Francis Medicine and Health journals. The team particularly values applicants with a biomedical sciences background.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured analysis of academic fields to identify growth areas and opportunities to drive article submissions.
• Identify key target researchers and research groups, developing and implementing structured commissioning plans.
• Commission high‑quality relevant content across the journal portfolio, delivering content within specified timeframes.
• Build strong networks with researchers through 1:1 discussions, presentations, conference attendance, etc., engaging them in potential Article Collections and submissions to Taylor & Francis journals.
• Liaise closely with editors, authors and key partners to ensure delivery of the content pipeline.
• Develop thorough knowledge of Editorial Policies and ensure these are followed at all times.
• Continually build knowledge across subject areas and develop the profile as a Commissioning Editor.
• Collaborate with team members to enable flexibility and ensure targets are met.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic or professional background within Medicine and Health.
• Experience in academic publishing.
• Strong organisational skills, efficiency and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and meet competing deadlines.
• Positive, pro‑active problem‑solving approach.
• Cooperative working with local and global colleagues at all levels.
• High level of computer literacy (MS Office, Outlook, internet browsers; Salesforce experience desirable).
• Active interest in open access, open data and open science.
• Clear written communication and light editing skills required (not a copywriter role).

Additional Information

We care about work‑life balance, wellbeing and flexible working. Join a thriving business and an exceptional group of people. We want you to develop your abilities and innovate in areas you are passionate about.

Location

London, Blackfriars office (240 Blackfriars Rd, London, UK). Candidates must be within commuting distance to attend the office three days per week. Remote work is supported on remaining days.

What you should know

• Right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Availability to work flexible hours to accommodate international meetings.
• Closing Date for applications: 1st December 2025.

Application Information

Employment type: Full‑time. If you have a disability or face another barrier and would like an adjustment to assist your participation in the hiring process and/or in this advertised position, please contact us. Your request will be reviewed and considered in strict confidence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

Contact

For any questions or special accommodation requests, please contact our recruitment team.

Commissioning Editor • London, England, UK