Journal Portfolio Publisher – Milan (Hybrid)

1132 Springer-Verlag Italia S.r.l.; Milano; Hybrid; EUR 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Springer Nature is seeking a Publisher to join our Humanities and Social Sciences Journals Group on a fixed-term maternity cover. This hybrid Milan position oversees a portfolio of roughly 14 journals, developing plans and maintaining relationships with editors, editors-in-chief, and academic societies to drive growth and open access initiatives.

You will work with cross-functional teams, manage contract renewals and recruit editors-in-chief as needed, while ensuring compliance with COPE

Qualifications

• A degree (a degree in a relevant subject area is desirable).
• Demonstrated experience working in a similar publishing role (journals or books) in an academic related field or academic research experience.
• Experience of developing and maintaining productive and friendly relations/partnerships with external contacts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, as well as work independently
• Excellent communication, influencing and coaching skills
• Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail in administration
• Highly client-/customer focused
• Takes ownership to drive and complete tasks
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to meet deadlines consistently
• A resourceful and proactive approach in dealing with problems and queries, and the ability to adapt quickly to change
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Advanced written and spoken English language skills
• Demonstrated interest, education, or experience in related fields of behavioral and social sciences
• Familiarity with developments in Open Access, Academic Publishing and Publication Ethics
• Experience managing a journal portfolio, with demonstrated growth and results

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop excellent relationships with external partners, including Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, and Society representatives for journals within the program, demonstrating strong stakeholder management, communication, and consulting skills.
• Monitor the status of all projects within the program through internal reporting systems, applying business insights and sound judgment to identify opportunities, address challenges, and liaise effectively with key stakeholders as needed.
• Prioritize journals for development and inclusion in company initiatives by leveraging market intelligence, financial awareness, and a strategic mindset to align decisions with company objectives.
• Support the management of journals by handling contract renewals and recruiting new Editors-in-Chief as required, utilizing strong editorial expertise, consulting skills, and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Resolve queries and maintain proactive communication with Editors and other stakeholders through email, phone, virtual meetings, and occasional travel, demonstrating professionalism, responsiveness, and the ability to balance diverse stakeholder needs.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with production, peer review management, research integrity, marketing, and other internal teams on individual projects and broader topics of mutual interest, fostering strong cross-functional partnerships.
• Maintain knowledge of COPE guidelines and apply strong editorial skills to advise on publication ethics queries, with appropriate supervision and in accordance with company policies and industry best practices.
• Work closely with various Springer Nature offices and business units to coordinate program activities, share market insights, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities and strategic goals.
• Represent Springer Nature at local and international conferences as required, building relationships with key stakeholders, identifying emerging market trends, strengthening industry networks, and creating new opportunities for portfolio growth.
• Apply an understanding of pedagogy, market developments, business performance, and strategic priorities to support the ongoing development and success of the journal portfolio.
• Perform related duties as required, demonstrating adaptability, sound judgment, effective consultation, and a strategic approach to problem-solving.

Skills

Journal publishing

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Editorial coordination

English proficiency

Project management

Open Access familiarity

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Springer Nature is seeking a Publisher to join our Humanities and Social Sciences Journals Group on a fixed-term maternity cover. This hybrid Milan position oversees a portfolio of roughly 14 journals, developing plans and maintaining relationships with editors, editors-in-chief, and academic societies to drive growth and open access initiatives.

You will work with cross-functional teams, manage contract renewals and recruit editors-in-chief as needed, while ensuring compliance with COPE