Editor or Senior Editor, Literature Books
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Palgrave Macmillan specialises in cutting-edge academic books in the Humanities and Social Sciences. It publishes monographs, journals, textbooks, professional and reference works, in subjects ranging from Political Science, Economics and History, to Literature, Linguistics and Business. Visit palgrave.com and follow @Palgrave
Job title: Editor or Senior Editor, Literature Books
Location: New York (Hybrid Working)
Application Closing Date: February 7th 2024
Palgrave Macmillan is a global cross-market publisher specializing in cutting-edge academic books. We publish monographs, journals, textbooks, professional and reference works, in print and online. In subjects ranging from Political Science, Economics, and History, to Literature, Linguistics, and Business, the list contains original works by many of the foremost scholars, writers and editors in the world, including Nobel laureates and internationally recognized experts.
Palgrave Macmillan is looking for a motivated Editor/Senior Editor to join the Literature team in a permanent capacity.
The Editor/Senior Editor will be responsible for acquiring and publishing a high quality program of research monographs, edited collections, Handbooks, Palgrave Pivots, upper-level textbooks, major reference works, and open access titles and partnerships. They will drive the growth of the list and develop the Literature portfolio as part of the strategically defined overall portfolio of the Publishing Unit, while overseeing and managing the editorial processes and implementing strategies to deliver upon departmental objectives. The Editor/Senior Editor will report into the Executive Editor for Literature and commission 60-80 titles per year.
The ideal candidate will be target-driven, energetic, and open to working in an ever-changing environment. They will be a creative self-starter who has a deep understanding of academic publishing, with an entrepreneurial spirit and exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Responsibilities:
Manages and grows a publishing program and delivers competitive and profitable products in line with the company's publishing strategy
Performs key publishing acquisition activities, including:
Soliciting, reading and evaluating proposals and manuscripts to determine commercial viability, audience, market and suitability for the list
Researching market trends to identify new authors, new titles and new products
Managing the backlist associated with the assigned areas, maintaining profitable relationships with existing authors, book series editors and editorial board members
Supporting authors and editors in developing their book projects, including OA works and partnerships
Negotiates publishing contract terms
Remaining a point of contact for authors/editors throughout publication process
Ensures editorial policies and processes are consistently applied across activities and goals set by editorial management are met
Develops and maintains a large network of authors/editors through various engagement activities within the research community
Continually promotes and builds the brand through virtual interactions as well as travelling widely to academic conferences and campus visits
Maintains continuous cooperation and dialogue with editorial service, marketing, production and other relevant departments concerning individual projects as well as general questions of mutual interest
Supports the training and/or mentoring of new and junior team members
At The Senior Editor Level:
Follows developments in the publishing industry and academic community, taking the lead on projects and initiatives in response
Is recognized as a publishing subject matter expert in field by the members of scientific/academic community, and by colleagues internally
Qualifications, Experience And Skills:
Educated to degree level or equivalent (preferably in a relevant field of study)
Academic publishing experience, ideally in an editorial acquisition capacity
Excellent networking, negotiation and acquisition skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Willing and able to travel
Numerate, analytical and IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail
Able to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and be able to work on their own initiative
Resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries
Excellent team-working and relationship building skills
Able to work independently within a (virtual) team environment
Target driven and motivated to meet core objectives and KPIs
Strong entrepreneurial spirit, commercially minded and embraces change
At The Senior Editor Level:
Experience of successfully developing a publishing program
Demonstrable abilities in leading publishing projects and initiatives
Ability to develop and progress business proposals
To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions in the role, including your salary expectations.
Application Closing Date: February 7th 2024
Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social Networks