The job: A leading, highly respected provider of knowledge products and services for the construction industry is recruiting for a Senior Commissioning Editor for their Science / Engineering Books and Journals. Reporting to the Head of Publishing, the main responsibilities will be identifying and commissioning suitable authors, editors, reviewers, members, expert panels, or external Societies to work with the organisation on journals and other agreed projects; presenting fully costed proposals for new publishing projects to other senior colleagues for approval, and drafting and negotiating publishing contracts with external authors and editors. Other responsibilities will include market research to assess trends, gaps in the market and product viability and reviewing market competitors to ensure products are attractive to authors and customers. Some travel, both nationally and internationally will be required.

The person: Candidates must be educated to degree level with significant experience of commissioning and list management, ideally within Academic / STM subject areas. Substantial experience of journal publishing in an editorial role is essential as is experience of publishing in electronic media and managing editorial staff. Knowledge of the construction industry is also desirable. Candidates will also need a good understanding of market research techniques and ability to prepare, interpret and present financial information.

Salary: Excellent salary, depending on experience, and a range of benefits.

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