Social Science Journal Publisher & Growth Lead

Elsevier; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Shared parental leave

Study assistance

Sabbaticals

Job summary

Elsevier, a global leader in information and analytics for science and health, seeks an Associate Publisher to manage a portfolio of social sciences journals. You will work with editors, societies, and research communities to grow journals, using market insight, data analysis, and publishing expertise to shape strategy and identify opportunities for growth.

You will negotiate contracts, oversee editorial budgets, and collaborate on new products and services.

Qualifications

• Experience in publishing is a plus but not required.
• Ability to set goals, achieve them, and influence journal programmes.
• Excellent networking and communication in English.
• Adaptable, able to manage multiple responsibilities and work across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Follow market developments in publishing and identify needs for journals.
• Develop portfolio strategies using market knowledge and data analysis.
• Grow journal content through portfolio development and new formats.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with journal editors.
• Manage the editorial fees budget.
• Build relationships with editors, societies, and research institutions.
• Contribute to wider STMJ projects and new business models.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Data-driven

Relationship building

English proficiency

Market insight

Publishing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AI tools awareness

Job description

Elsevier, a global leader in information and analytics for science and health, seeks an Associate Publisher to manage a portfolio of social sciences journals. You will work with editors, societies, and research communities to grow journals, using market insight, data analysis, and publishing expertise to shape strategy and identify opportunities for growth.

You will negotiate contracts, oversee editorial budgets, and collaborate on new products and services.