Associate Publisher (NYC Hybrid)

News Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

HarperCollins Publishers in New York invites an Associate Publisher to partner with the SVP, Group Publisher, and cross‑functional teams to steer daily operations and divisional priorities. You will collaborate with Editorial and Design leadership, align Sales, Marketing and Publicity, and coordinate with General Books on cross‑divisional programs and inventory decisions.

This role requires 10+ years in publishing, strong leadership, and the ability to manage complex projects from concept to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in publishing, sales operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives and managing complex projects from concept through execution.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance creative, operational, and commercial priorities.
• Experience collaborating with editorial, sales, marketing, publicity, and supply chain teams.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the SVP, Group Publisher on the daily operations and strategic priorities of the HarperCollins Children’s Books division.
• Collaborate with Editorial and Design leadership to support publishing programs and divisional initiatives.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships with Sales, Marketing, and Publicity teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of key objectives.
• Lead and coordinate projects across multiple stakeholders, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and business goals are achieved.
• Work closely with General Books colleagues on cross-divisional opportunities, initiatives, and publishing programs.
• Participate in supply chain planning, inventory management, and title performance discussions to support business objectives.
• Analyze business needs and recommend operational improvements that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Serve as a key liaison across departments, facilitating communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making.
• Support the development and execution of divisional strategies that contribute to revenue growth, market presence, and publishing success.

Skills

10+ years in publishing

Cross‑functional leadership

Project management

Business acumen

Collaboration with Editorial, Sales, &

Job description

Overview

HarperCollins Children’s Books is home to some of the most award-winning, bestselling, and beloved children’s books. We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Publisher to play a key role alongside the SVP, Group Publisher, HarperCollins Children’s Books on the daily operations for the division. The Associate Publisher will work closely with Editorial and Design leadership and coordinate with the Sales, Marketing & Publicity teams, fostering cross-functional relationships and support across the division. They will also work with our colleagues in General Books on cross-divisional collaborations and be heavily involved in supply chain and inventory decisions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the SVP, Group Publisher on the daily operations and strategic priorities of the HarperCollins Children’s Books division.
• Collaborate with Editorial and Design leadership to support publishing programs and divisional initiatives.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships with Sales, Marketing, and Publicity teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of key objectives.
• Lead and coordinate projects across multiple stakeholders, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and business goals are achieved.
• Work closely with General Books colleagues on cross-divisional opportunities, initiatives, and publishing programs.
• Participate in supply chain planning, inventory management, and title performance discussions to support business objectives.
• Analyze business needs and recommend operational improvements that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Serve as a key liaison across departments, facilitating communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making.
• Support the development and execution of divisional strategies that contribute to revenue growth, market presence, and publishing success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in publishing, sales operations, or a related field; experience in children’s publishing strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives and managing complex projects from concept through execution.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance creative, operational, and commercial priorities.
• Experience collaborating with editorial, sales, marketing, publicity, and supply chain teams.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• A collaborative leadership style with a team‑oriented mindset and a commitment to fostering strong partnerships.
• Passion for children’s books and enthusiasm for the publishing industry.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to make informed, data‑driven decisions.

The salary range for this position is $200,000-$225,000.

In addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.

HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.

Job Locations

US-NY-New York

Category

Publishing