Redwood Publishing Recruitment

Director of Publishing - 12 Month Maternity Contract REF: DOP190625 LOCATION: REMOTE - UK Redwood Publishing Recruitment is very excited to be partnering with The Royal Entomological Society on an exclusive basis, to recruit an outstanding and dynamic Director of Publishing, to lead their publishing strategy for seven international journals, a handbook series and general interest entomology books. This position will also play an active role in their quarterly membership magazine 'Antenna'. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract and is an exciting position which will ensure the high quality of the Society's publications and will oversee their planned, sustainable growth. The post is full-time based on 37.5 hours per week but will offer some flexibility on the working pattern. This role can be worked on a remote basis, with occasional visits to the office. Reporting to the CEO, responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Managing the RES journal portfolio including subscriptions, marketing, and strategy for growth. Optimising opportunities for maximum impact and revenue Working with the Editors-in Chief, Associate Editors and Editorial Boards of each journal With the CEO and Chair of Publications Committee, developing a strategic plan for RES publishing over the next 3 years Line managing the Managing Editor and Editorial Coordinator and other Society staff as required Leading the development, review and implantation of publishing strategy for journals, books and the RES membership magazine Ensuring the RES is represented at key conferences and events (including international) Progress the Society journals towards Open Access and identifying new opportunities Taking responsibility for budget setting and management around publishing each year Keeping up-to-date with the fast-moving publishing sector - including open access, transitional deals and institutional subscriptions Leading a review of the current library and developing a strategy to increase accessibility with the Librarian and other staff While an understanding of Society publishing is required, significant experience in STM or academic journal publishing is essential , particularly with Open Access agenda and Plan S. You will have demonstrable strategy and project management experience and the effective leadership skills necessary to lead a diverse team. The Society additionally maintains an entomological library and this role will also have line management responsibility for the library team. Experience of working with partners, including publishers, designers and printers is required, as are strong digital skills e.g. an understanding of ScholarOne and MS office packages. As part of the Strategic Leadership Team, you will also contribute to the annual development of the business plan, supporting delivery of the strategic plan. This is an exciting time to join the Royal Entomological Society as it embarks on a new strategy and a fantastic opportunity for an STM professional to take up a new leadership position of Director of Publishing. If you are looking to join an organisation which is looking to develop publications to increase impact, ensuring insect science remains relevant, please do get in touch. For further details please send your CV and covering letter outlining your interest to: For a confidential call, please get in touch on . To be considered for this post all applications must be submitted through Redwood Publishing Recruitment If you would like to be kept up to date with our latest vacancies , please sign up!

LOCATION: London- hybrid and one day a week in office after 4 weeks training Would you like to use your scientific knowledge to communicate science to the wider scientific audience? Do you have an aptitude for interpreting scientific data and the attention to detail required to identify inconsistencies? Due to growth, a leading London based scientific publisher is looking for a Scientific Editor to join their journals editorial team. Based in London, the Scientific Editor will be responsible for editing scientific and technical manuscripts, and will also be involved in the peer review process and evaluating the content of manuscripts. Our client is offering a hybrid working arrangement (1 day in the office and 4 days working from home). This is a key role in the team and would suit a candidate who is passionate about science and is looking to pursue a career within biomedical publishing. Key responsibilities of this role will include: Copyediting of manuscripts for language and readability (You will be trained in their house style). Checking factual content and dealing with queries. Assessing authors' responses to edits and editorial comments. Involvement in the peer review process, including identifying problems with plagiarism, animal ethics, patient consent, and figure manipulation. Collaborate with the wider scientific community and internal teams. The successful person will have: Educated to PhD level in the biological sciences (Essential). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage high quality work whilst working to tight deadlines. The ability to maintain a level of scientific knowledge appropriate to the role. Editorial or publishing experience is desirable, but not essential as training in copy-editing will be provided. This is an ideal role for someone with the required qualifications looking to make a career within Scientific publishing, with the scope to develop within the team and the wider organisation and who would love to work in a supportive and collaborative environment. The role offers an attractive salary and good company benefits.

We are very excited to be working with a successful Marketing and Communications Agency who specialise in the academic publishing industry, helping organisations across the research communications sector, including world recognised publishers. The Agency is looking to appoint a highly motivated Marketing Executive, with some prior experience in market research and sound experience in using data, to provide insights on campaign performance for their clients. This role can be worked on a fully remote basis, but candidates need to be based in the UK, with the ability to attend bi-monthly meetings at their offices in Oxfordshire. You will be a marketing professional with some experience as a marketing or market research assistant keen to further your experience in academic publishing and work on a variety of projects. This is a fabulous opportunity for a creative and curious marketer, looking to expand their responsibilities and work with a variety of highly interesting clients. Some of the key responsibilities will include: Creating effective and imaginative marketing campaigns for clients Assisting with market research projects, including data analysis Performance analysis of campaigns and implementing changes if required Preparing client-ready reports on results of marketing activities You will have first-class written and verbal communications skills and will have the ability to adapt to suit different stakeholders. You will also have strong data analysis and presentation skills and will have experience of implementing marketing campaigns and/or supporting on market research. Experience with marketing automation systems and an interest in statistical analysis would be an advantage. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative organisation and make a meaningful impact on some of the most prestigious brands in academic publishing. If you're passionate about marketing strategy, thrive in a dynamic setting and have a proven track record of success, we would love to hear from you. For further information, please send your CV and a short cover note to:

Would you like to bring your sales and marketing experience to a leading publisher of an international publication on sustainable energy and water on an international level? Our client not only publishes an international bi-monthly publication but also hosts significant international events that bring together industry leaders. This role offers hybrid working, with three days in the London office and two days working from home. Candidates will need to be based in the UK, and able to commute to the London office three days a week. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Sales & Marketing Manager to lead the sales & marketing team and the role would suit someone who enjoys dealing with international people/organisations, as the journal and related events are totally international, and someone who has a proven track record in international sales within the publishing sector. Key responsibilities will include: Driving the promotion and sale of classified advertisements in the (printed) bi-monthly journal and annual reference book. Overseeing the promotion and sale of banner advertisements, industry guide logos and other options on their website. Managing exhibition stands and sponsorship opportunities for the international events ensuring high visibility and engagement. Leading and mentoring a team of two, guiding them in achieving sales goals and developing marketing strategies. Identifying new business opportunities through research, networking and face-to face meetings. Overseeing the CRM to ensure accurate tracking and reporting. Managing and coordinating the organisation's presence at international exhibitions. This is a fabulous role for a sales & marketing professional with proven experience within the publishing industry, and ideally with experience of dealing with international sales, and who enjoys working with international organisations. This is an ideal role for someone looking for more responsibility and growth in their next role. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills with a hands-on approach and the ability to lead a small team. the ability to speak a second language, although this is not essential. Our client offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, a highly attractive salary and commission base, along with company benefits. For further information please send your CV with a short cover note outlining your salary and interest to:

Are you ready to elevate your digital marketing career in a dynamic creative agency/publishing company? We are looking for a Digital Marketing Executive to join the marketing team of this Cambridge based award-winning organisation, who specialise in crafting innovative digital marketing solutions for some of the world's biggest brands, while publishing high-impact magazines for a global audience. The company offers hybrid working with three days in the office and two days working from home. What you'll be doing Working with the Digital Marketing Manager to design and deliver top performing digital campaigns Developing and implementing marketing strategies across organic, paid, social and email channels. Analysing campaign performance, utilising data-driven insights to refine strategies and improve results Conducting audience research to identify key targeting opportunities. Managing content, sponsored advertising and ongoing website optimisation efforts. Creating detailed reports showcasing campaign performance and insights. Who You Are We are looking for a self-starter with a collaborative mindset and a proven track record of crafting and implementing digital marketing strategies. You will have around 2 years' experience in a similar role (agency experienced desirable but not essential), with hands-on expertise in Paid Advertising (PPC), Paid Social, SEO/SEM and Email Marketing. You will be a data-driven strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys rising to a challenge. You will be a creative thinker with the ability to develop engaging campaigns and a sound working knowledge of Advanced knowledge of Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Business manager, Instagram and LinkedIn Ads Manager. The company offers a competitive salary and excellent company benefits, growth opportunities and hybrid working. If you're ready to take your digital marketing career to the next level and would like to join a team that values creativity and innovation, we would love to hear from you. For further information please send your CV and a short cover note outlining your interest to:

We have a fantastic Production Editor vacancy, working for one of the leading London based academic publishers, who are looking to appoint an experienced Production Editor to join their books publishing team. This role can be worked on a hybrid basis in their London office 2 days a week and 3 days from home. Responsibilities include: Liaising with authors to ensure timely delivery of manuscripts Answering author queries related to book production Check, proofread, and on occasion copyedit manuscripts to ensure format adheres to house style Maintain accurate book information on company database Preparing back-cover blurb and liaise with designers for book covers Attending regular team meetings to discuss progress of manuscripts In this role, you will help to develop and shape editorial processes, ensuring the highest quality service is provided to authors. The company will provide internal training, where required, in addition to appropriate external courses if required. The successful candidate will have sufficient proven experience from an academic book production editorial background (at least 1-2 years minimum experience). With your strong interest in networking with authors, you will also have a sound understanding of editorial copyediting and proofreading standards. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential as will be your ability to manage multiple projects. The ability to work independently as well as a team player in a dynamic, international environment is also essential. This role carries a generous salary and company benefits. If you would like further information on this brilliant new role, please send your CV with a brief cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations to:

We are very excited to be working with a successful Marketing and Communications Agency who specialise in the academic publishing industry, helping organisations across the research communications sector, including world recognised publishers. The Agency is looking to appoint a highly motivated Marketing Executive, with some prior experience in market research and sound experience in using data, to provide insights on campaign performance for their clients. This role can be worked on a fully remote basis, but candidates need to be based in the UK, with the ability to attend bi-monthly meetings at their offices in Oxfordshire. You will be a marketing professional with some experience as a marketing or market research assistant keen to further your experience in academic publishing and work on a variety of projects. This is a fabulous opportunity for a creative and curious marketer, looking to expand their responsibilities and work with a variety of highly interesting clients. Some of the key responsibilities will include: Creating effective and imaginative marketing campaigns for clients Assisting with market research projects, including data analysis Performance analysis of campaigns and implementing changes if required Preparing client-ready reports on results of marketing activities You will have first-class written and verbal communications skills and will have the ability to adapt to suit different stakeholders. You will also have strong data analysis and presentation skills and will have experience of implementing marketing campaigns and/or supporting on market research. Experience with marketing automation systems and an interest in statistical analysis would be an advantage. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative organisation and make a meaningful impact on some of the most prestigious brands in academic publishing. If you're passionate about marketing strategy, thrive in a dynamic setting and have a proven track record of success, we would love to hear from you. For further information, please send your CV and a short cover note to:

Are you a talented senior scientific editor with a passion for biology? We have a fantastic opening for a senior position of Executive Editor with an organisation dedicated to supporting and inspiring the biological community on an international level. In this role, you will be joining an experienced and successful team where you will make a significant contribution to one of the organisation's flagship Open Access journals in its field. As Executive Editor, you will manage an in-house team, overseeing manuscript submissions, journal development and editorial decisions. The organisation offers hybrid working from their Cambridge office along with an excellent salary and benefits package. Responsibilities will include: Journal development and editorial management in collaboration with the Editor-in-Chief and the Publishing Director Managing in-house editorial and admin team Working with academic editors on journal initiatives Involvement in publishing projects and cross-journal initiatives Content leadership, training and support for editorial staff We are looking for a candidate with A PhD in Biology or related field. A broad knowledge and interest in science and the scientific community is a requirement of this position in addition to significant editorial experience, including dealing with publication integrity issues. You will have an excellent network of contacts within the academic community and excellent communication skills. Prior team management experience would be an advantage however, training and mentoring will be provided. If this senior leadership editorial position is the role you feel could be your next exciting opportunity and the next step in your scientific editorial career, please send your CV with a brief cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations to: Applications will close on Monday, March 10 th 2025.

A leading STM journals publisher in Cambridge is looking to appoint a Subscriptions Marketing Co-ordinator, 3.5 days per week. In this role, you will liaise closely with the Sales and Marketing teams to deliver multi-channel campaigns to increase the uptake of agreements by institutional academic libraries worldwide. You will also manage attendance at library conferences and will maintain elements of the Companys website. The ideal candidate will have brilliant organisational skills, will work well under pressure and be able to meet deadlines. With demonstrable experience in a marketing role, ideally in STM publishing, you will have strong copy writing, proof reading and communication skills. Experience of working with websites using WordPress and experience of using Google Analytics would be highly desirable. If you have excellent marketing skills and can offer your skills on a part time basis, this could be a superb opportunity to join this friendly team in Cambridge! For further details please send your CV with a brief cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations to:

The publishing arm of a global membership organisation is looking for an experienced and motivated Marketing Manager to join their Strategic Marketing team. This is a maternity cover contract which is available now until end of September 2022. The Strategic Marketing manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisations ambitions to grow engagement within the academic research community. This will involve collaborating and working in partnership across the product, service, research, sales and marketing teams to develop exciting new strategic marketing programmes which support the business objectives and will increase awareness and engagement with their products and services. There will be a hybrid working arrangement from the New Year (typically 2 days a week in the office) once the organisation returns to an office working environment. Working with external and internal stakeholders you will help to articulate the needs of researchers and conduct and interpret market research and create and implement go-to-market strategies. This is a critical role for the team and the successful person will be able to demonstrate solid experience in marketing strategy and the ability to conduct and interpret market research. A knowledge of the market would be useful, as well as experience of product or programme management. You should have the ability to work well across a number of teams within the business, with a pro-active, can-do approach, and great communication skills as you will be building influential working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders. This role carries an attractive salary and company benefits. For further details of this exciting and varied role, please send your CV and a short cover note, outlining your interest and salary expectations to: com

A leading STM journals publisher in Cambridge is looking to appoint an experienced Sales Support Administrator who can provide analysis, reporting, customer services and administration skills within the Sales Department. Our client is offering a hybrid working arrangement 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely. Reporting to the Commercial Sales Manager, you will be the first point of contact for many od the Companys customers. Liaising with colleagues across departments, you will be responsible for generating invoices and assisting with the sales process. Responsibilities include: Competitor and industry research Invoicing, licensing and quotation administration Co-ordination of contracts and licences Respond to customer enquiries in a timely manner Identify and understand customer needs Manage administration generated by new agreements With demonstrable office administration experience, ideally within STM publishing, you will have proven ability to work well as part of a team and will have excellent numeracy skills, attention to detail and first-class communication and customer service skills. If you are keen to add to your knowledge and to add new skills then this could be a fantastic opportunity to work in this friendly team. This role will be partly based in the Companys offices and partly remote. For further details please send your CV with a brief cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations to:

A highly successful London based publisher of biomedical journals is looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Managing Editor to direct and oversee the editing and publication of a suite of journals. The role will involve managing a small team of Editors. Our client offers hybrid working (2 days a week in the office). This is an ideal role for an experienced journals professional looking for a new challenge and more responsibility, as you will be responsible for the day to day managing of the journals and evaluate the teams output whilst dealing with any productivity issues. The role will also be responsible for having one-to-one meetings with the team and provide any support required and progress meetings. The Managing Editor will carry out first and second edits of articles and liaise with other senior members of the team with regards to evaluating the teams output. You will act as the final arbiter of production values for the journals, including overseeing consistency with in-house style, and check factual content, raising queries where necessary, and confirm potential problems with plagiarism, animal ethics, patient consent etc. The successful person will be educated to degree level or higher in a biomedical subject with proven experience of scientific editing. Ideally, you will have some experience of managing or mentoring a small team, but this is not essential. You will have great communication and organisation skills along with a strong eye for detail and the ability to work to deadlines. This role carries a generous salary and company benefits. For further information please send your CV and a short cover note outlining your interest and salary expectations to: