Executive Publisher

Job Title: Executive Publisher

Location: New York (Hybrid Working Model)

Final date to receive applications: March 23, 2026

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The Springer Journals, Medicine & Life Sciences group is seeking a new Executive Publisher in the New York office to manage and develop the North American society journal portfolio.

The Executive Publisher drives the strategic growth, performance, and editorial development of a journal portfolio, while managing and developing a high performing team and fostering strong relationships with editors, partners, and research communities.

• Build a positive, engaged, and developmental team environment.

• Set, communicate, and review clear objectives; support performance and resolve issues.

• Provide coaching and encourage continuous improvement and autonomy.

• Monitor well-being and foster alignment with the employer brand.

• Deliver journals with strong author experience and strong engagement from editors/EBMs.

• Develop and implement portfolio strategies aligned with wider priorities and market trends.

• Set and monitor KPIs and performance targets using a data driven approach.

• Develop tactics to acquire and retain high quality content.

• Build strong relationships with EiCs, EBMs, peer reviewers, and research communities.

• Monitor and improve editorial service levels, especially manuscript handling times.

• Identify community needs and industry trends (e.g., Open Science, OA, increasing output) and translate them into portfolio initiatives.

• Ensure excellent service delivery for publishing partners; address any service issues proactively.

• Maintain and grow relationships with key societies

• Explore and acquire new opportunities with leading societies, associations and journal owners in your communities

• Ensure team understanding and execution of strategic priorities.

• Apply market intelligence and data to guide portfolio decisions.

• Lead adoption of new workflows, systems, and policies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

• Participate in cross departmental projects and working groups.

• Collaborate with Publishing Directors and peers to support wider organizational goals.

• Act as subject area champion to enhance visibility and influence.

• Proven management, leadership, and teambuilding abilities.

• Strong professional communication skills, with the confidence to engage, influence, and address a wide range of stakeholders, including internal teams, Publishing Directors, external editors (EiCs/EBMs), societies, authors, and wider research communities.

• Solid understanding of the research/scientific process and scholarly publishing ecosystem.

• Strong analytical capability and comfort with data driven decision making.

• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage business performance.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, ideally in a relevant discipline.

• Experience managing journals or research focused publishing teams.

• Familiarity with Open Science, Open Access, and high volume publishing models.

• Experience working with society/institutional partners or external editorial boards.

• Demonstrated participation in cross functional or strategic organizational initiatives.

SN-Data analytics / Quantitative Skills, SN-Scientific Comprehension, SN-Market Intelligence, SN-Portfolio Development & Management, SN-Adaptability, SN-Builds Networks, SN-Goal Alignment, SN-Business Insights, SN-Strategic Mindset, SN-Consulting Skills, SN-Business Development

• 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…