Acquisitions Editor - STM

A vacancy is available at our client; a global STM publisher for a tenacious and motivated individual to work within their books department as an Acquisitions Editor.

Acquisitions Editor – Digital Science – Oxford/London/Cambridge - £Competitive + Bonus + Benefits – Ref: 13305TC

An excellent opportunity is available for a dynamic and driven individual to fill the vacancy of Acquisitions Editor within a global STM publisher. This role will be responsible for the editorial strategy, acquisition, and management of a portfolio of digital scientific reference modules.

The duties of the Acquisitions Editor include, but are not restricted to:

• Developing and acquiring commercially attractive, new e-leading reference content products, including creating proposals and financials for approval and then commissioning high-quality and committed editors-in-chief for each product.
• Managing a portfolio of published print and digital resources to identify, develop and publish revision, adaptation and derivative products targeted to market needs.
• Maintaining strong relationships with editors and authors, including calling meetings as needed and ensuring author queries and concerns are appropriately handled.
• Developing and implementing an editorial strategic plan for the portfolio to meet market needs, including recommendations for product positioning and strategic partnerships.
• Acquiring customer knowledge, subject knowledge and competitor knowledge, and building a network of appropriate and high-quality contacts, such as potential editors-in-chief, editorial board members, and other key influences and leaders, for subject areas within portfolio.

The suitable candidate to fill the role of Acquisitions Editor will be able to demonstrate:

• Successful experience in scientific publishing with journals or books.
• Strong project management skills and success in previous projects.
• Commissioning experience and management of external editorial boards.
• Keen business acumen alongside strategic planning and strong negotiating skills.
• Education to degree level or equivalent, preferably with scientific background.

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and bonus, plus benefits package along with the chance of joining an innovative organisation, making a real difference in the industry whilst advancing your career.

If you feel that your skills meet the requirements of this Acquisitions Editor position and you would like to be considered for the role please send us your CV today.

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