Commissioning Editor - Books Programme - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Commissioning Editor to join our award-winning books programme. You will be a core member of our books publishing team, responsible for managing and developing a defined portfolio in the field of politics, policy, and public administration. You will commission new titles, manage editor and author relationships, oversee the timely delivery of manuscripts, and create and deliver a strategic plan for your list.

In Short

• Sign an annually agreed number of titles consisting of monographs, edited collections, and short form projects.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth publication process.
• Develop close relationships with authors and editors.
• Contribute to the achievement of portfolio targets.
• Handover an agreed number of titles per annum.
• Promote key signings and collaborations.
• Monitor the end-to-end process from commissioning to publication.
• Deliver a strategic commissioning plan aligned to SDGs.
• Manage publishing outputs to targets and KPIs.
• Explore opportunities to sign new forms of content.

Requirements

• Strong written and interpersonal skills.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Knowledge of publishing ethics.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Negotiation and commissioning skills.
• Understanding of the academic publishing environment.
• Familiarity with Emerald and third-party systems.

Benefits

• 38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Remote flexible working.
• Discretionary performance bonus.
• 6% pension contribution.
• Working from home allowance.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Access to professional development and new skills.