Publishing Editor

Telfer Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Publishing Editor to join their dynamic team. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance a diverse portfolio of journals in social sciences and STEM fields. You will oversee editorial processes, support quality content development, and manage journal performance. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in academic publishing while working in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about research and education, this position offers the chance to thrive in a purpose-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in journal management within academic publishing.
• Knowledge of the journal publishing process and editorial workflows.

Responsibilities

• Oversee journal editor performance and support best practices.
• Monitor financial performance of journals and implement strategies.
• Lead contract negotiations with editors and societies.

Skills

Knowledge of academic publishing

Journal management experience

Understanding of peer review processes

Organizational skills

Awareness of ethical considerations

Job description

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We're looking for an experienced Publishing Editor to join a leading purpose-driven, research publisher committed to advancing research and education. In this role, you’ll collaborate with editors, societies, and internal teams to develop and grow a diverse portfolio of hybrid and OA journals across the social sciences and STEM fields.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee journal editor performance, supporting best practices in manuscript submission, peer review, revision processes, and editorial board management. Recruit or replace editors as needed.
• Monitor financial performance of assigned journals, identifying and implementing actions to support revenue and cost management in collaboration with other teams and external partners.
• Provide advice and resources to editors and society partners to support quality content development. Use relevant data and metrics to inform journal development strategies.
• Lead contract negotiations with editors and societies, including drafting, reviewing, and finalising agreements in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Organise and lead editorial board meetings and represent the publisher at relevant academic and industry events.

Skills/experience

• Knowledge of and interest in academic publishing and higher education.
• Experience in journal management, ideally within academic or scientific publishing.
• Understanding of the journal publishing process, including peer review and editorial workflows.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects to deadline in a fast-paced environment.
• Awareness of ethical and legal considerations in academic publishing, such as publication misconduct, libel, or copyright.

A competitive salary range of £48,530 - £50,093 is offered, plus bonus, and benefits package.

Early applications are preferred.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Book and Periodical Publishing

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