Publishing Editor

Job title:

Publishing Editor

Company

Sage Publications

Job description

Publishing Editor – £47,000 – Permanent – Hybrid RoleJoin us and be part of a mission-driven, independent publisher. You’ll work with a diverse group of people who share a passion for empowering researchers, educators, and institutions to shape the future.About Sage:Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely.Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:

• Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact
• Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning

• Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas

About our Team:The Hybrid & Open Access Journals Editorial department is a vibrant and dynamic team of highly motivated individuals who are passionate about research and publishing. We are responsible for developing and growing a diverse portfolio of high-quality, valuable journals across the social sciences, STEM fields, and various business models to adapt to a changing market. Our collaborative efforts with external editors, society partners, and internal colleagues in editorial, marketing, and product innovation roles ensure the growth, success, and long-term sustainability of our program. Our friendly and welcoming team is dedicated to driving excellence and fostering a supportive environment.Could you be our new Publishing Editor? Are you?

• Interested in and committed to higher education and academic publishing?
• Experienced in running journals, ideally at an academic or scientific journal publisher?
• Able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the journal publication process and industry?
• A strong oral and written communicator, able to deliver presentations and share information confidently and clearly?
• An excellent relationship manager, ability to build positive collaborations with colleagues and external stakeholders?
• Able to manage a variety of projects within tight time pressures in a dynamic environment?
• Ability to identify, advise, and act appropriately on ethical or legal questions relating to publication? For example: publication misconduct, libel, or copyright.
• Proficient in standard IT packages, including Microsoft Office?

Your new role:

• Actively manage journal editor performance, establishing and implementing best practice with regard to manuscript submission, peer review process, revision and resubmission policies, and optimal editorial board function. Undertake recruitment of new editors or replace editors where necessary.
• Monitor the financial performance of journals in the assigned portfolio, maximising revenues and controlling costs. Implement activities with other departments and external partners to ensure action taken where necessary to make improvements to financial performance.
• Provide information and advice to journal editors and partner societies to help them improve the quality of content published in their journals. Compile and assess key data and metrics, using this data to inform recommendations on each journal’s development strategy.
• Successfully negotiate editor and society contract renewals, produce profit and loss statements, prepare draft contracts and lead contract approval process through to contract signature.
• Lead journal editorial board meetings and represent Sage at conferences, where appropriate.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure that the journals are produced, marketed and distributed in an appropriate way and within acceptable costs.
• Where required, be responsible for handling acquired titles from contract through to publication by Sage by coordinating with other departments to ensure necessary actions are completed on time.
• Support the Publisher / Senior Publisher / Team as required with departmental projects and tasks.

Overview of benefits:

• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays full-time/pro-rated for part-time roles
• 2 additional ‘floating days’ of personal leave, in recognition that each of us has cultural, religious, or family commitments that fall at times when the company is not closed.
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Access to Sage books and journals
• Tuition scheme and support for pursuing professional qualifications
• Hybrid working arrangements – In office 20% of contracted hours. We work flexibly and most staff can choose to work from home for up to 80% of their contracted hours.

Other benefits, which may change include:

• Sage lunches held weekly in the office
• Variety of snacks and beverages available in the office
• Home working allowance
• Travel insurance
• Healthy lifestyle reimbursement
• Access to the Company doctor
• Access to Company loans (season ticket loan, rental deposit loan, cycle loan)
• Anniversary trip

Closing date for applications: 24th February 2025If you have a disability and need any support during the application process, please contact . We will respond to any requests for support in a timely manner. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.A cover letter is important to us, this offers the hiring manager valuable insights into how your skill set aligns with the role, what unique contributions you can bring to the team and why you are interested in this position. Therefore, when applying for this role online, please upload your cover letter and CV as one document.Applications without a cover letter may regrettably not be reviewed.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong. As a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we’re open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:57:49 GMT

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