Editorial Ops Leader: Data-Driven Process Optimizer

Informa Group Plc.; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publishing company seeks an Editorial Operations Manager to enhance peer review workflows and improve satisfaction for Authors and Editors. The successful candidate will lead global teams, implement best practices for content management, and drive process improvements in editorial operations. Key responsibilities include stakeholder engagement, quality assurance, and leveraging data analytics for operational efficiency. This full-time role offers a hybrid working model, promoting a strong work/life balance with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Excellent work/life balance

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave + birthday day off

Company-funded medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of academic publishing processes is required.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder interactions are essential.
• Significant experience in project management, ideally in journal publishing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing global teams.
• Enhance content flow processes and operational efficiency.
• Maintain scientific integrity and quality assurance standards.
• Foster strong partnerships to drive service improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Process improvement

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading academic publishing company seeks an Editorial Operations Manager to enhance peer review workflows and improve satisfaction for Authors and Editors. The successful candidate will lead global teams, implement best practices for content management, and drive process improvements in editorial operations. Key responsibilities include stakeholder engagement, quality assurance, and leveraging data analytics for operational efficiency. This full-time role offers a hybrid working model, promoting a strong work/life balance with comprehensive benefits.