Managing Editor

A highly successful London based Open Access publisher of peer reviewed journals is looking to recruit a motivated, well-organised individual with a strong eye for detail, to join their editorial team as a Managing Editor.  This varied and highly interesting role will work with the Editorial and Operations teams to manage the manuscript flow from submission to publication, ensuring the publishing process runs smoothly. The Managing Editor will act as an escalation point for vendor-based staff on complex editorial cases, work on projects to implement new editorial policy and processes, and provide feedback on where efficiency improvements can be made.

The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level, or equivalent and will have demonstrable experience in the publishing industry, ideally from a journal publishing background.  You will have knowledge of the peer review and publishing process as well as an interest in Open Access publishing. A strong eye for detail is require, as are great communication and organisation skills, along with sound IT skills, including MS Office.

Our client is offering a hybrid working arrangement (2-3 days in the office), a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a relaxed and supportive work environment.

For further details, please send your CV along with a short cover note to: info@redwoodrecruitment.com