Publishing Assistant

BMC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Springer Nature in London is seeking a Publishing Assistant to support a team managing over 50 English-language journals in genetics, biophysics, bioengineering and biotechnology. The role emphasizes autonomy, strong MS 365 skills, and close collaboration with editors, production and editorial offices.

The successful candidate will organize tasks, maintain journals records, and respond to enquiries while using internal databases to track projects in a fast-paced publishing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work autonomously and responsibly.
• Very strong computer skills, especially MS 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability and willingness to learn company-specific systems and workflows.
• Laser-focused attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility in a multi-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle non-strategic matters to maintain scholarly journals: update agreements, journals records, and payments.
• Prepare materials for team reports, conferences and board meetings, including PowerPoint presentations; request annual reports and monitor schedule.
• Handle general enquiries from Springer Nature and external editors and authors.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues across departments to coordinate production, editorial office, marketing, conferences and deadlines.
• Respond to routine enquiries from customer services.
• Work with internal databases and software to track projects across journals.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

MS Teams

Attention to detail

Education

Biological or clinical science degree

Tools

MS 365 suite

Job description

Full Time, Permanent

Job Title: Publishing Assistant

Location: London, Hybrid

Full Time, Permanent

Application Deadline: Friday 25th September 2026

About Springer Nature

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature.

At Springer Nature, werecognisethatgreat talentdevelops through many different paths. We encourage applications from individuals with strong transferable skills, provided they are supported by relevant experience that shows how those skills have been successfully applied in practice. Our hiring approach balances skills, experience, and potential to ensure each role is fulfilled with both short term effectiveness and long termgrowth in mind.

About The Brand

Springer is a leading global scientific, technical and medical portfolio, providing researchers in academia, scientific institutions and corporate R&D departments with quality content through innovative information, products and services. Springer has one of the strongest STM and HSS eBook collections and archives, as well as a comprehensive range of hybrid and open access journals. Springer is part of Springer Nature, a global publisher of robust and insightful science, supporting the development of new areas of research and making ideas and knowledge accessible around the world. As part of Springer Nature, Springer sits alongside other trusted brands like Nature Portfolio, BMC and Palgrave Macmillan. Visit springer.com and follow @SpringerNature.

About The Role

Our team of seven publishers is responsible for a portfolio of over 50 English-language scientific journals in the fields of genetics, biophysics, bioengineering and biotechnology. The Publishing Assistant provides a vital role in supporting the internal publishing team by handling a variety of non-strategic matters.

As well as providing core support to the in-house team, the role involves building excellent working relationships with external Editors as well as with other internal teams such as production, journal editorial office and other supporting teams.

The successful candidate must be flexible, able to prioritize, organize and coordinate work assignments, and able to determine the most efficient way to accomplish each task.

Role Responsibilities

• Handle non-strategic matters to maintain scholarly journals: prepare new agreements, update internal systems, request payments, and maintain other journal records.
• Prepare materials for team reports, conferences, and board meetings, including assistance with PowerPoint presentations. Request annual journal reports and monitor schedule.
• Handle general enquiries from within Springer and from external partners, esp. external editors and authors
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments to coordinate ongoing production, editorial office, marketing, conferences, and other internal department deadlines.
• Respond to routine enquiries from customer services
• Working with internal databases and other software to track projects across a portfolio of journals

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and responsibly
• Very strong computer skills required, particularly in MS 365 applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
• Ability and interest to learn company-specific systems and workflows
• Laser focused attention to detail; exhibiting strong organizational and analytical skills are a must
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Desirable

• Degree in biological or clinical science (or similar)

At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us at [e-mail] so we can make all necessary accommodations.

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