Hybrid, Bath
Marketing Executive/ Senior Marketing Executive
Competitive salary + benefits + bonus
Paris Hybrid
Featured Publishing Director – Journals
Competitive salary + benefits + bonus
Our client, an esteemed research publisher seeks a dynamic and experienced Publishing Director to lead their academic journals portfolio. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on responsibilities as a publisher for selected journal titles. As a key member of the management team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the editorial strategy, managing a high-performing team, and driving the development and success of their publications.
Industry Academic Publishing Editorial Journal Publishing Open Access Scholarly Publishing STM
Function Academic Publishing Editorial Journal Publishing Journals Open Access Publisher STM
Duration Permanent
Type Full Time
Start Date ASAP
Publishing Director: Key responsibilities
- Contribute to defining the company’s editorial strategy, with innovative proposals to expand and enhance the journal portfolio
- Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to align editorial, communication, and sales strategies
- Drive economic efficiency through budget management, growth planning, and cost optimization
- Lead the sustainable transition of the journal portfolio to open access, aligning with industry trends and organizational goals
- Foster a collaborative and motivated team environment to achieve portfolio growth and success
- Promote individual and collective development
- Develop and strengthen partnerships with national and international organizations to develop the portfolio of journals and identify opportunities for growth.
Publishing Director: Skills/experience
- University degree in science, ideally PhD level
- Proven leadership and team management experience in academic publishing or a related field
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of managing both the big picture and critical details
- Good understanding of open access and open science policies and models
- Commitment to publishing integrity, ensuring ethical standards, transparency, and quality across all publications
- Fluency in English and French.
A competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package is offered.
Publishing Director: How to apply
To apply for this position, click on the Apply Now button below or send your CV to enquiries@telferpartners.com quoting the reference TP 896. For an initial, confidential discussion please call us on +44(0)1223632510 or Contact us using our online form.
Early applications are preferred.
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