ph3Job Title /h3 pSenior Commissioning Editor /p h3Location /h3 pLondon or Madrid - Hybrid working model /p h3Applications Deadline /h3 p5th August /p h3About Springer Nature /h3 pSpringer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature. /p h3About The Brand /h3 pMacmillan Education provides world-class content in the most relevant, engaging and flexible formats to support students, teachers and institutions in lifelong learning. Visit macmillaneducation.com and follow @MacmillanEducation / @MacmillanELT. /p h3About The Role /h3 pAs 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 General 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 Editors. 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. /p h3Role responsibilities /h3 h3Segment strategy and publishing planning - Business Insights Market Intelligence /h3 ul liAnalyse competition strategy and look for publishing opportunities within the (sub) segment /li liHelp identify possible partnerships and with Global and Local Brand support analysis and interpreting of data for Birthday review /li /ul h3Concept development - Global Perspective, Creating Innovating /h3 ul liBased on market research, develop strong differentiated concepts for projects for teacher validation and samples for agreed components /li liIdentify authors/contributors and evaluate proposals for quality /li liHelp prepare Business cases and oversee project scope with Project Manager /li liFeed into platform and product needs in line with customer requirements /li /ul h3Content development - Editorial skills, Project Management, Balancing Stakeholders /h3 ul liWork with relevant stakeholders to schedule and plan projects effectively /li liOversee the commissioning and briefing of authors and contributors in the development of material /li liBrief external content developers and packagers on project specification, tasks, schedules and ways of working. /li liCollaborate across portfolios with Publishers and CEs to identify and exploit opportunities for content reuse and co‑creation /li liNegotiate with authors in conjunction with the Publisher where relevant and work with legal to administer contracts /li liUnderstand segment digital requirements and feed into the digital roadmap as appropriate /li /ul h3Budget/Financial/Resource Responsibility - Analysis, Publishing Workflows Operations /h3 ul liUnderstand the Investment Approval process and demonstrate full awareness of the cost and schedule implications of all publishing processes /li liWorking with the Publisher, Project Manager and Content Development Manager to ensure projects are planned and resourced adequately with internal and external resource,



for timely delivery /li liTrack budget phasing with the Project Manager to ensure the integrity of the project throughout the year to avoid over and underspend /li /ul h3Staff Management - Leading Supervising, Communicates Effectively /h3 ul liManage performance, training and development of Commissioning Editors, working closely with the Publisher and the Learning and Development Team and support matrix management of Content Development team /li liDelegate appropriately and maintain awareness of well-being and DEI issues relevant to staff /li liRecruit and induct new Commissioning Editors /li /ul h3Personal development /h3 ul liKeep up to date on ELT/EFL issues, undertake background reading and attending conferences as appropriate. /li liUse and develop existing skills and participate in in‑house/external training sessions. /li liMaintain and expand network of industry contacts to support publications. /li /ul h3Experience, Skills Qualifications: Essential /h3 ul liKnowledge of ELT markets, especially the Pre‑Primary Primary segments in Spain /li liDemonstrable ELT publishing experience at project leadership level, with a proven track record of successful ELT/EFL product development /li liSolid experience in English language teaching and an appreciation for a wide international range of teaching and learning situations /li liExcellent written English /li liAn ability to work to tight deadlines and to manage numerous tasks /li liUnderstanding of publishing technologies and flexibility to learn new systems /li liExcellent interpersonal and communication skills /li liA working understanding of content management systems /li liA positive attitude and commitment to aims of the company /li liExcellent team‑working and organisational skills /li liExperience of working with a range of new media /li /ul h3Desirable /h3 ul liKnowledge of a second language desirable /li /ul h3To apply, please submit: /h3 ul lia CV /li liA cover letter /li /ul pAt Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here /p pFor more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit /p pJob Posting End Date: /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Commissioning Editor, ELT pre-primary & primary (Madrid)
🏢 Macmillan Education
📍 Madrid