About Springer Nature
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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. Springer is part of Springer Nature, a global publisher of robust and insightful science, sitting alongside other trusted brands like Nature Portfolio, BMC and Palgrave Macmillan.
About the Role
The (Senior) Publisher is responsible for the strategic development, growth, and commercial success of a portfolio of journals. As a recognized publishing expert, the role leads portfolio strategy, builds high-value relationships with editors and partners, identifies new publishing opportunities, and drives performance in line with Springer Nature's publishing objectives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Portfolio Strategy & Performance
•Develop and implement portfolio and journal growth strategies.
•Drive journal performance against key publishing, editorial, and commercial KPIs.
•Lead complex initiatives including new journal launches, portfolio development, and OA transitions.
•Monitor performance trends, identify opportunities and risks, and implement improvement plans.
•Contribute to acquisition, partnership, and new business opportunities.
2. Community & Partner Engagement
•Build and maintain strong relationships with Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, society partners, and key researchers.
•Represent Springer Nature at editorial board meetings, partner meetings, and scientific conferences.
•Act as a trusted publishing advisor and recognized subject-area expert.
•Negotiate and manage complex stakeholder relationships and partnership discussions.
3. Market Insight & Business Development
•Maintain deep understanding of research communities, market trends, and competitor activity.
•Translate market intelligence into actionable portfolio strategies.
•Identify and develop new publishing, partnership, and growth opportunities.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
•Significant experience in STM journal publishing and portfolio management.
•Proven track record of delivering portfolio growth and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
•Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
•Excellent communication, negotiation, networking, and influencing abilities.
•Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead strategic initiatives.
•Master's degree or equivalent experience.
Location: Beijing or Shanghai - Hybrid Working Model
Application Deadline: 31st October 2026
