Job Description & How to Apply Below
Managing Editor – Pre Primary
Location:
Noida, Sector
-2
Final date to receive applications : 5th January 2026
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About
The Role
The Managing Editor – Pre Primary will lead curriculum development and content strategy for the Foundational years, ensuring alignment with NEP 2020 and NCF 2022. The role involves overseeing editorial processes across subjects with a strong focus on FLN and ECCE, managing a diverse content team, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency.
Job Responsibilities:
In-depth understanding of the latest education reforms ( NEP 2020 and NCF 2022) and their relevance to publishing for the Foundational years
Develop content strategies that align with the latest education reforms, take ownership and responsibility of the entire foundational years' curriculum across subjects with special focus on FLN
Proficient in reviewing /editing/developing content for Foundational years especially ECCE
Manage a content team: authors, SMEs, freelancers, typesetters and illustrators throughout the editorial process
Conduct audience (teachers, school heads and parents) research to understand how best to reach the target customers
A keen eye to detail: development, proofreading, editing and ensuring the content is consistent with the company style guide
Ably support the publishing head on various projects
Ensure adherence to quality of content
Manage schedules to facilitate timely delivery of projects without compromising on quality
Conduct product sessions/workshops, orient customers on products on the latest pedagogy for the foundational years.
Key relationships
A positive and holistic approach towards understanding and supporting the work-related activities related to editorial process
To collaborate and work closely with the sales, marketing and production teams to ensure synergy and seamless handover of projects
Key Competencies
Qualification and Prerequisites
Masters in English/science/Education
Excellent command of both written and spoken English
Experience in publishing/educational organisation/schools - 15+ Years in a publishing house preferred
Postgraduate degree/ MPhil/PHD in Child psychology/ ECCE and teaching experience will be an added advantage
Willingness to travel
The position will be based in Noida, corporate office.
Interpersonal
Skills:
A minimum of three years' experience as Deputy Managing Editor or in a similar role.
Project management and willingness to work in a team.
Strong editing skills as well as written and verbal communication
Analytical mindset and decision-making abilities
Adaptability and willingness to learn
At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent.
Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here
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Job Posting End Date:
5-01-2026
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