Publisher, Cancer Charity, Buckinghamshire

A highly dynamic cancer charity based in Buckinghamshire is now seeking an experienced Publisher to lead their medical writing team and to develop a revenue generating publishing programme to run alongside their existing print booklets and online information.

The Publisher will play a crucial role in the charity’s drive to diversify its income streams, using a combination of entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen to develop a brand new publishing programme from scratch with a focus on developing products for a health professional audience. Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the commissioning and project management of new and existing titles as part of the publishing plan
• Take responsibility for the management and quality assurance of all publications
• Recruit, line manage, lead, motivate and develop a team of medical writing staff
• Devise and implement a publishing and patient information strategy for the organisation
• Liaise and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders as well as in-house staff regarding all publication matters

The successful candidate will have a strong background in product development and offline and online publishing, ideally within a health or medical-related environment. Experience in a management role within a publishing or communications environment is essential as well as a proven track record of achievement in meeting income generating targets.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected charity publisher of reliable and high quality cancer information; they are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking candidate to join this innovative team following a strategic review - if this does sound like something you would be interested in please get in touch ASAP!

To apply for this position, please contact Esme Richardson at Inspired Selection publishing recruitment agency (email: e.richardson@inspiredselection.com). Please provide a CV and your current salary details in your application. To view all current opportunities available via Inspired Selection, please visit our website at www.inspiredselection.com.

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