Location: London or Madrid - Hybrid working model
Applications Deadline: 5 th August
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As Senior Commissioning Editor , you will take responsibility for projects within a Portfolio with a view to researching, developing differentiated concepts (in print and digital) and overseeing the commissioning of appropriate, profitable and quality ELT content and ensure that projects are planned and resourced adequately .
You will identify authors and contributors , working closely with the Global Market Research team, key local markets and Global and Local Brand to develop strong concepts that showcase the Customer Value Proposition .
Through a matrix management structure, you will guide the in-house cross-functional or freelance team or packager to develop quality material that meets the needs of the key markets which is produced to schedule and within budget. You will also mentor and develop Commissioning Editor s .
Using high levels of understanding of ELT products and markets, you will work with the Publisher to ensure that a profitable business plan is delivered, and research new publishing solutions in conjunction with the Global Content and Methodologies team and propose opportunistic products to grow the sub-segment (e.g. versions) .
Reporting to the Portfolio Publisher, collaboration is also essential with the Content Development team, the Global Content and Methodologies team, Publishing Operations, Sales and Marketing, Digital Product and Procurement stakeholders.
This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis in our London or Madrid offices on a hybrid working model.
Segment strategy and publishing planning - Business Insights & Market Intelligence
Conc ept development - Global Perspective , Creating & Innovating
Content development - Editorial skills, Project Management, Balancing Stakeholders
Budget/Financial/Resource Responsibility - Analysis, Publishing Workflows & Systems
Staff Management - Leading & Supervising, Communicates Effectively
Manage performance, training and development of C ommissioning Editor s, working closely with the Publisher and the Learning and Development Team and support matrix management of Content Development team
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Job Posting End Date:
6-08-2026
