Job Title: Publisher or Senior Publisher
Location: Beijing or Shanghai - Hybrid Working Model
Application Deadline: 25th October 2026
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Brand
Springer is a leading global scientific, technical and medical portfolio, providing researchers in academia, scientific institutions and corporate R&D departments with quality content through innovative information, products and services. Springer has one of the strongest STM and HSS eBook collections and archives, as well as a comprehensive range of hybrid and open access journals. Springer is part of Springer Nature, a global publisher of robust and insightful science, supporting the development of new areas of research and making ideas and knowledge accessible around the world. As part of Springer Nature, Springer sits alongside other trusted brands like Nature Portfolio, BMC and Palgrave Macmillan. Visit springer.com and follow @SpringerNature.
About The Role
The (Senior) Publisher is responsible for the strategic development, growth, and commercial success of a portfolio of journals. As a recognized publishing expert, the role leads portfolio strategy, builds high-value relationships with editors and partners, identifies new publishing opportunities, and drives performance in line with Springer Nature's publishing objectives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Portfolio Strategy & Performance
- Develop and implement portfolio and journal growth strategies.
- Drive journal performance against key publishing, editorial, and commercial KPIs.
- Lead complex initiatives including new journal launches, portfolio development, and OA transitions.
- Monitor performance trends, identify opportunities and risks, and implement improvement plans.
- Contribute to acquisition, partnership, and new business opportunities.
2. Community & Partner Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, society partners, and key researchers.
- Represent Springer Nature at editorial board meetings, partner meetings, and scientific conferences.
- Act as a trusted publishing advisor and recognized subject-area expert.
- Negotiate and manage complex stakeholder relationships and partnership discussions.
3. Market Insight & Business Development
- Maintain deep understanding of research communities, market trends, and competitor activity.
- Translate market intelligence into actionable portfolio strategies.
- Identify and develop new publishing, partnership, and growth opportunities.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
- Significant experience in STM journal publishing and portfolio management.
- Proven track record of delivering portfolio growth and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
- Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, networking, and influencing abilities.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead strategic initiatives.
- Master's degree or equivalent experience.
At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion
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Job Posting End Date:
26-10-2026Skills Required
- Significant experience in STM journal publishing and portfolio management
- Proven track record of portfolio growth
- Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships
- Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, networking, and influencing abilities
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead strategic initiatives
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience
What We Do
Research and learning are the cornerstones of progress, which is why we open doors to discovery for our communities, enabling millions of researchers, clinicians, educators and other professionals to access, trust and make sense of the latest insights. Springer Nature is an ambitious and dynamic organisation. For over 180 years our imprints, books, journals, platforms, and technology solutions have been a trusted source of knowledge to our communities. Today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood, and used, ensuring that the world continues to make progress, improving and enriching lives and helping to protect our planet for future generations. Global key facts: Established for over 180 years Nearly 10,000 colleagues 200 offices in 45 countries on all continents World’s largest academic book publisher Publisher of Nature, the world’s most influential journal First company to publish more than 1 million Open Access articles Key brands and imprints: Springer Nature is home to some of the best-known names in research, health, educational and professional publishing. Every day, around the globe, our brands reach millions of people. Nature Springer BMC Palgrave Macmillan Apress Macmillan Education Scientific American Springer Healthcare Springer Medizin Research Square J.B. Metzler BSL Adis
