Outreach Lead, Publishing Partnerships

Frontiers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global research publisher is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Lead to enhance society partnerships and lead outreach efforts. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the publishing industry with a strong understanding of academic partnerships. Responsibilities include managing external relationships, leading a team, and driving content growth in journals. This full-time position is located in Greater London, offering a range of employee benefits including wellbeing days and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing days

Access to learning platforms

Wellbeing initiatives

Volunteer days

Pension plan and private medical care

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in publishing or similar industry as a team lead.
• Thorough understanding of the academic publishing environment and its stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability in establishing and tracking KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Grow the number of quality Frontiers society relationships.
• Identify and establish new society leads for collaboration.
• Manage the society outreach team and provide training.

Skills

Business expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Team management

Education

BA/BSc degree

PhD preferred

Job description

Who we are

We are on a mission to make all science open enabling the research community to develop the solutions we all need to live healthy lives on a healthy planet.

Frontiers overview

Frontiers is one of the world’s largest and most impactful research publishers dedicated to making peer‑reviewed quality‑certified science openly accessible. Our articles have been viewed 4 billion times reflecting the power of research that is open for all.

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We can offer you

At Frontiers our working model for new roles includes a balanced approach that fosters collaboration through regular engagement at our office hubs in key locations. While we value flexibility we also believe that shared in‑person time strengthens team culture trust and productivity.

Benefits

4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance

Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time

A range of wellbeing initiatives including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan

Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer

Additional benefits depending on your location (e.g. pension plan and private medical care).

Impact of the role (Core Mission Scope Area of impact)

Contributes to Frontiers reputation and brand by implementing a strategic society partnership expansion plan

Drives expansion of the society partner journals and community publishing program leading to quality content growth in both proprietary and partner journals

Serves as trusted senior contact for prospective partners from lead generation to contract finalization

Develops partnership lead pipeline in collaboration with external facing teams and business intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

External networks : Is responsible for growing the number of quality Frontiers society relationships increasing the range and breadth of our network. Accountable for meeting strategic targets required for successful expansion of both journals and community partnerships programs.

Lead discovery : Uses market intelligence analysis to identify and establish new society leads for collaboration for journals community and public relations teams working with stakeholders in publishing and external affairs to support lead development.

Tender opportunity development : Establishes working relationships with relevant consultancies to enable successful participation in RFP processes.

Contractual agreements : Enables successful finalization of contractual agreements for both journals and community partnership program in line with strategic program framework.

Supporting documentation and training : Develops and manages engaging program documentation for internal and external use to enable successful pitch Frontiers publishing platforms and services to external partners.

External networks : Works closely with prospective society and community partners to ensure smooth lead to onboarding journey.

Internal network : Works closely with the publishing team to enable successful expansion of the community partnerships program providing all necessary training and support.

Team Leadership : Manages the society outreach team including upskilling motivating and training to ensure that excellent customer service and targets are delivered.

Account Management : Serves as senior contact for prospective partners from lead generation to contract signage as well as for existing partners during contract renewals and renegotiations.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement : Monitors and reports on team key performance indicators and progress towards targets and identifies opportunities for improvement applies enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness of processes SOPs and resources reducing bottlenecks and enhancing workflows.

Nature of Impact (expected outcomes – how do you measure results / success)

Success is measured by reaching expansion targets for both the journals and community partnerships programs and by high retention rates of existing customers.

Key Relationships

Line management / leadership responsibilities (direct or indirect) reporting into

Reports to the Head of Strategic Partnerships

Manages the society outreach team and marketing specialist(s)

Internal Stakeholders

Outside business unit : Publishing External Affairs Institutional Partnerships Legal

Within business unit : Partnerships operations and journal development teams

External Stakeholders

Society leaders Society editors Society membership Publishing consultants

Requirements / Knowledge

Business expertise

A minimum of 5 years experience in publishing or similar industry as a team lead

Thorough understanding of the academic publishing environment and its stakeholders

Proven track record in developing and executing successful engagement strategies focusing on academic partners

Ability to effectively negotiate terms with high‑level stakeholders

Skilled in managing stakeholder relationships and collaborating with cross‑functional teams

Experience in setting and achieving Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) within a business context

Demonstrated ability in establishing and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and drive business success effectively

Technical skills

Experience in project management from the initial planning stages through to completion

Additionalskills

Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Excellent organizational analytical project management skills

Ability to work independently be highly organized and meet deadlines

Sound and mature judgment; decisive and tactful when working with multiple stakeholders

Abilities / Competencies / Soft Skills

Strong team management skills

Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills

Superior communication and presentation skills

Experience & Education

Degree educated BA / BSc a must PhD preferred

At least five years of relevant experience in a publishing environment.

Apply now

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Equal opportunity statement

Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination including based on race national or ethnic origin age religion disability sex gender identity or sexual orientation. With employees from more than 50 different nations our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.

Key Skills

Administrative Skills, Facilities Management, Biotechnology, Creative Production, Design And Estimation, Architecture

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1