Are you passionate about advancing the energy transition and reducing carbon emissions to protect our planet for future generations?

Are you excited about making data-led, research-based decisions and further developing your leadership skills?

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Energy Research Reference Books team, taking a leadership role for the strategy of the Power Energy and Engineering program. Our highly collaborative and creative team is dedicated to working closely with world-renowned thought leaders to develop high quality content for researchers, academics, industry experts and graduates.

About the Role

In this role, you will build and maintain an in-depth understanding of the Power Energy market, developing relationships with key contacts in the scientific community. Sustainable Power Technology is a growing area and you will take the lead on developing a publication strategy, collaborating with other Acquisitions Editors on the team to develop a strong vision for the future of the program.

Responsibilities

  • Develop deep market understanding by utilizing data tools and market research
  • Refine and execute acquisitions strategy to deliver value to the business, quality content to the market, and high usage for the customer
  • Recruit, sign, and manage authors with subject matter expertise to create innovative, high quality, diverse content for key areas in Power Energy
  • Collaborate with other Energy team members to ensure full coverage of subject areas, product types and workflows
  • Work with a global team of collaborative professionals across editorial, sales, marketing, production, operations, technology, product, legal, finance, and more, as well as esteemed external experts
  • Enhance portfolio diversity, improving representation across editors, authors and reviewers

    • 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
  • A team player, willing to collaborate, try new ideas and not be afraid to make mistakes.
  • Innovative, thoughtful approach to author management and product development
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced, data-driven and goal-oriented environment
  • Passion for diversity, advocacy and protecting our planet

    • Flexible Working

    We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We are positive 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. This position can be office or home-based – please discuss your requirements with the hiring manager.

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    Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.