Senior Acquisition Editor

Senior Acquisitions Editor - Major Reference Works (MRWs)

Are you interested in pursuing a career in publishing?

Would you like to work with world-leading subject experts to develop and publish market-leading reference content?

Location: UK/London/Oxford/Home based

About our Team

The Major Reference Works editorial team are responsible for commissioning and publishing ground-breaking, Major Reference Works in key areas of science to meet customer needs. Recruiting global subject matter experts as editors to lead individual titles, our reference works are broad and provide comprehensive coverage. They are the perfect one-stop solution for undergraduates, postgraduates and early career researchers looking to expand their knowledge.

About the Role

Responsible for the editorial strategy, acquisition, and ownership/management of a portfolio of Major Reference Works in a specified subject area.

Responsibilities

• Acquiring and developing commercially attractive Major Reference Works in their respective subject area

• Identifying and developing revisions from successful backlist titles to meet market needs

• Creating appropriate proposals and financials for internal approval

• Recruiting and hiring Editors-in-Chief for Major Reference Works and collaborate with them to create appropriate editorial boards

• Negotiating contracts with Editor in Chiefs

• Partnering with MRW Operations team to ensure timely and in-scope publication of contracted titles

• Participating and leading initiatives /internal projects to improve day-to-day workflows and outcomes, connecting across business groups to drive innovation.

• Developing close relationships with and provide direct support to the Sales and commercial teams (where appropriate)

• Supporting Publisher and Publishing Director in reviewing and responding to potential business opportunities for MRWs.

Requirements

• Experience in academic publishing, preferably editorial; understanding of academic markets, strategic planning, content acquisitions, author management; working with both print and digital content

• Proven ability to network and build strong relationships across internal and external partners, with strong communication and negotiation skills

• Track record of meeting goals and actively participating in process improvements

• Innovative, thoughtful approach to author management and product development

• Basic to advanced understanding of utilizing market data and customer research to develop and refine publishing and project plans.

• Goal-driven, process approach to develop and improve on processes, systems, and go-to-market execution

• Comfort working in matrix organization and interest in the challenge of building new programs

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with us

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.

At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days

• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits

• Wellbeing programs

• Life assurance

• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme

• Long service awards

• Save As You Earn share option scheme

• Travel Season ticket loan

• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave

• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children

• RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you

• Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer

• Access to extensive learning and development resources

• Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work

About Us

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

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