Senior Publisher

Elsevier; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Elsevier seeks a Journal Senior Publisher to oversee a portfolio of journals in energy and earth sciences, guiding editorial strategy and project initiatives. The role is full time, based in China with hybrid working support.

You will manage editor appointments, strengthen editorial structures, engage with customers, and drive growth across journals while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Fluent English with proven communication skills.
• Pro-active, good negotiating and interpersonal skills; flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to work efficiently with colleagues and customers at various levels and locations.

Responsibilities

• Journal development: maintain performance of journal titles and support growth of content.
• Editor appointments: manage new editor appointments and diverse editorial structures.
• Community engagement: relationship-management with customers and sharing insights with team.
• Brand visibility: improve journal brand visibility and use of company tools.
• Project management: lead initiatives, follow up on actions and ensure delivery.
• Teamwork: collaborate with colleagues on cross-functional projects.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Pro-active attitude

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Are you interested in pursuing a career in scientific publishing?

Do you enjoy being part of a team that is driving innovation in academia?

About our Team

In the Energy & Earth Journals team, we deliver world-class content by and for researchers across the globe, with a particular focus on content that supports UN sustainable development goals and a net zero future.

About the Role

We are looking for a Journal Senior Publisher to oversee a portfolio of journals in the energy and earth sciences; and take project oversight of select initiatives and projects in the team. The role is full time and based out of one of our key publishing offices in China, with support for hybrid working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Journal development: you will balance maintaining the superior performance of a portfolio of journal titles with supporting goals around accelerated growth of content.
• Editor appointments: you will carefully manage new editor appointments and ensure your journals have editorial structures that are diverse and dynamic.
• Community engagement: you will engage with customers through careful relationship-management and regular communication. You will share customer insight with the team to help us provide products and services that your community wants.
• Brand visibility: you will improve the visibility of your journal brands and our company tools and services through effective outreach and keeping an eye on the competition.
• Project management: you will champion select initiatives in the team, following up on actions and recommendations and ensuring team engagement and delivery.
• Teamwork: you will work closely with colleagues to help deliver on collaborative projects and goals.

Requirements

• Fluent English speaker with proven communication skills
• Minimum education to degree level. An educational background in a related field is desirable but not mandatory
• Work experience of 5+ years in publishing preferred. The role level offered will depend on experience.
• Pro-active, good negotiating and interpersonal skills; flexible, adaptable.
• Ability to work efficiently and productively with colleagues and customers at various levels, in various locations, and from diverse cultures, and be a role model for others.
• A can‑do attitude and team‑oriented approach are essential for success.

Work in a Way That Works for You

We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working options. Working for You We offer a comprehensive benefits package, depending on location. If you have questions regarding your location, please contact the recruiter.

About the Business

Elsevier is a global leader in advanced information and decision support for science and healthcare. We believe that by working together with the communities we serve, we can shape human progress to go further, happen faster, and benefit all.

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits.

We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.

We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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