Managing Editor - The Institution of Engineering & Technology : Job Details

• Managing Editor
• Up to £39,000
• Permanent / Full Time
• Stevenage with Hybrid Working (2 days per week from Stevenage Office)

• Are you passionate about driving editorial excellence and enhancing research publication quality?
• Do you thrive on working with and in editorial teams and shaping the direction of influential academic journals?
• Could you be our next Managing Editor, leading the development of high-impact, open access publications?

At the IET, making our world a better place starts by creating a better place for our people. At the IET you’ll have more than just a job. Our work is exciting and challenging, connecting the people who solve the problems that matter. It means working with us has real meaning and impact, and you’ll grow - professionally and personally - in ways you never thought possible. We’re also making significant investments in our people, including providing a modern, vibrant workplace and embracing hybrid working.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will play a key part in the development of the IET’s open access journal portfolio, driving the growth, quality, and impact of several high-profile titles. You will work closely with external editors, editorial boards, and partners to implement strategic development plans for each journal. Your responsibilities will include building and nurturing high-performing editorial boards, proactively commissioning special issues, and working with the editorial and production teams at Wiley to ensure publication targets are met. Additionally, you will contribute to the IET’s mission of promoting open research by sharing best practices, attending scientific conferences, and raising the IET’s profile across the industry. By collaborating with the marketing and journal development teams, you’ll ensure the ongoing relevance, reputation, and success of the IET’s journals in a competitive landscape.

What we hope you can bring to the role

We are looking for someone with experience in managing STM journals, particularly with a focus on open access publishing. You’ll need to have strong interpersonal and communication skills, as this role involves collaborating with editors, authors, and stakeholders. Proven knowledge of the publishing process, the ability to interpret data and market trends, and excellent time management skills are essential to succeed in this fast-paced environment. As a self-driven and proactive individual, you’ll contribute to the strategic growth of our journals while being a team player who thrives on collaboration. Additionally, a strong understanding of the open access landscape and the ability to develop strategies that increase journal quality and impact will be key to your success in this role.

We’d love to get to know you

Is Imposter syndrome creeping in? Don’t worry - we’d rather hear from you this time than not hear from you at all! Read on for a little more information about the role; but also, keep in mind that we’re open to discussing flexible ways of working, including reduced hours and working in an agile way, supported by a hybrid working framework that allows you to find the best place to do your best work.

A little more about the role

• Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the IET’s open access journals.
• Manage and oversee several journals, ensuring they meet or exceed targets and objectives.
• Build and support high-performing editorial boards, working closely with them to drive the strategic direction of each journal.
• Commission special issues and key content to enhance journal relevance and impact.
• Collaborate with Wiley’s editorial and production teams to manage article pipelines and meet publication targets.
• Monitor and analyse competitor activity and market trends to inform journal development strategies.
• Attend scientific conferences and events to network, raise the IET’s profile, and increase industry knowledge.
• Work closely with the marketing team to promote journals through various channels.
• Contribute to research integrity investigations and maintain best practices in open access publishing.
• Collaborate with internal IET teams to maximise outreach, visibility, and impact of the journals.

A little more about what we’re looking for

• Strong experience managing STM journals, with a focus on open access publishing.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with editorial boards and external partners.
• Strong understanding of the publishing process, including journal development and article pipeline management.
• Experience using data insights on submissions, usage, and citations to inform decision-making.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with a desire for continuous improvement and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of current trends in open research and academic publishing.
• Tact, diplomacy, and a professional attitude when handling sensitive matters such as research integrity.

What if you could be you? The IET is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To find out more, head over to our 'Work for the IET’ site.

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