Executive Publisher - Journal Publishing

Executive Publisher

• Job Title:  Executive Publisher - SN Journals

  Location: New Delhi

  Application Deadline: 15th May 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 follow @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. Visit springer.com and follow @Springer1842 

  About the Role

  Reporting in to Publishing Director, the Executive Publisher will lead the editorial and publishing development of a portfolio of journals, ensuring they deliver a best-in-class author experience and strong engagement with editors and the research community. This role involves managing and growing key publishing programs in line with strategic goals, while monitoring performance against defined KPIs. The Executive Publisher will also foster and build strong external relationships and champion research integrity to support the long-term success of the publishing discipline. As part of the role Executive Publisher would be responsible for: 

• Drive the editorial and publishing development of a portfolio of journals

• Lead, motivate and inspire team to produce journals that deliver a best-in class author experience and enjoy maximum engagement from the external editors and EBMs on whom we rely.

• Manage and grow a key publishing program in line with the journal portfolio strategy

• Understand and communicate to team the annual targets for journal submission, publication and transfer volumes as well as target turnaround times.

• Ensure that all KPIs are regularly monitored, reported and met, and that action is taken as needed.

• Strive for maximal efficiency and productivity of our editors, peer-reviewers and EBMs. Contribute towards the overall editorial strategy of your publishing discipline

• Understand and engage regularly with the research communities and third party partners that journals serve

• Attend external meetings to build close working relationships with external EiCs, EBMs and the wider research community

• Understand the trends and changes in the communities you serve to ensure that Springer Nature can respond with increased publishing volumes and/or new editors/EBMs

• Become recognized as an outstanding publishing expert by the members of the relevant research communities

• Develop and maintain relationships with a network of researchers

• Be aware of changes within the research community and publishing industry, and translate these into proposals for successful (new) products and services

• Create a positive and energetic team environment in which team feels engaged and understands what is expected and the value of their contribution to the business.

• Ensure that the goals for team are well communicated and cascaded into individual objectives.

• Engage regularly with direct reports and carry out annual performance reviews that focus both on targets/achievements and personal development.

• Understand the value and importance of regular communication with wider team both to solicit their suggestions and ideas, and to report back to them on our activities and progress

• Carefully control staff, travel and innovation costs to ensure that the division remains as profitable as possible while not compromising on quality or service.

• Role-model the leadership principles and ensure that these are incorporated into the day-to-day running of your publishing area.

• Take part and encourage teams to take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups.

• Champion research integrity within her area and ensures that her team takes responsibility for identifying and dealing with instances of research misconduct or other integrity issues.

• Ensure that she understands and can explain the key strategic goals of the division, and key publishing initiatives

• Review new journal and commercial opportunities in consultation with the Publishing Director

• Initiate and represent the team in projects with Production, Sales, Marketing, Finance and other Editorial colleagues

• Must be able to act diplomatically in representing Springer Nature.

• Excellent inter-personal skills

• Capability to multi-task

• Must be able to learn and adapt to new tools, technologies and internal workflows quickly.

• Skills and Qualifications:

  ·       Master’s degree with at least 8-10 years project management experience, or experience in either science publishing/ journal publishing

  ·       Laser focus and attention to detail; exhibiting strong orgainzational and analytical skills are a must.

  ·       Excellent written and oral communication skills; thorough knowledge of publishing processes.

  ·       Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

  ·       Resourcefulness and proactive problem-solving

  Springer Nature Skills associated with this Job Profile include:

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

  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 https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion
  
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Job Posting End Date:

17-05-2026

Experience Level

Executive Level