Commissioning Editor

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Redwood Publishing Recruitment Full time

We have an interesting acquisitions opportunity working for a successful independent publisher of STEM books & journals who are looking to appoint an experienced Commissioning Editor to join their books publishing team to work across their broad list including,Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences.

Publishing around 600 titles per year and about 140 journals, this prestigious company has many of its books as recommended texts adopted by renowned institutions. This role can be worked on a hybrid basis in their London office, or remotely.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Acquiring new titles and new editions of key backlist titles on Engineering topics
- Creating proposals including costing and pricing suggestions; portfolios management
- Preparing, negotiating and finalising contracts on acceptable terms
- Developing personal network of academic contacts
- Maintaining positive collaborative relationships with existing/potential authors, reviewers, contributors, key advisers, and potential textbook adopters
- Monitoring demands of market forces, advising on future trends, risks, and opportunities

**Requirements**:

- Prior relevant commissioning experience
- Ability to build, nurture and manage potential authors
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills at all levels
- Proven ability to work independently as well as a team
- Ability in managing multiple projects simultaneously amid tight deadlines.

This role carries a generous salary and company benefits. If you would like further information on this interesting new role, please send your CV with a brief cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations.


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