Senior Managing EditorAbout the RoleKGL Editorial is seeking an experienced
Senior Managing Editor to lead editorial and production services for assigned scholarly publishing clients. In this full-time, remote role, you'll oversee a team of editorial and production professionals, manage client relationships, and ensure the delivery of high-quality services.
Reporting to an Editorial Director, you'll play a key role on KGL Editorial's leadership team, combining strategic oversight, operational expertise, and a commitment to exceptional client service. We're looking for a collaborative leader who can manage complex workflows, develop talented teams, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and support business growth.
What You'll DoEditorial Operations and Client Management- Oversee editorial and production services for assigned client accounts, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with contractual requirements and service level agreements.
- Manage high-volume workflows, ensuring projects meet established timelines, performance benchmarks, and the highest standards of scholarly publishing.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders through regular communication, meetings, and reporting.
- Monitor key performance indicators, prepare client management reports, and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Leverage manuscript management systems, including Editorial Manager, ScholarOne Manuscripts, eJournal Press, or other relevant platforms, to support editorial workflows and reporting.
- Support technology improvements, process enhancements, and creative solutions that strengthen service delivery.
Team Leadership and Development- Lead and supervise a team that may include managing editors, senior editorial assistants, editorial assistants, senior production specialists, and production specialists.
- Partner with the Editorial Director to develop organizational structures, define employee responsibilities, and establish reporting relationships and compensation aligned with business goals.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to support professional development, operational goals, and a positive, productive work environment.
- Establish clear priorities, manage workloads, and ensure team members consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work on time and to specification.
Business Growth and Strategic Initiatives- Identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients and contribute to new business development through outreach and professional networking.
- Collaborate with the Editorial Director on special projects, including new client onboarding, editor transitions, peer review management system configurations, and workflow assessments.
- Stay informed about scholarly publishing trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to help improve services and strengthen KGL Editorial's capabilities.
- Represent KGL Editorial professionally in client interactions, industry organizations, professional meetings, and other networking opportunities.
Financial and Contract Management- Maintain familiarity with client agreements and communicate proposed changes or deviations to the Editorial Director.
- Assist with budget projections, reforecasting, and financial performance monitoring as requested.
- Prepare client invoices and support cost-effective management of account resources.
What We're Looking For- 10+ years of progressive management experience in scholarly publishing.
- Direct experience providing editorial services, including managing large journal accounts or multiple journal titles.
- Proven experience leading, motivating, and developing multiple staff members.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve operational processes and procedures.
- Strong technical skills and expert knowledge of manuscript management systems or other software used in scholarly publishing workflows.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of publishing.
- Ability to develop and deliver professional, effective presentations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree (BA) required.
- Flexibility to accommodate industry-standard client scheduling and availability needs.
- Ability to travel occasionally, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and SharePoint.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
- Awareness of industry trends, competitor activities, and changes in the scholarly publishing landscape.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements- Remote home office environment requiring intensive use of a high-end computer workstation for development and communication activities.
- Ability to grasp objects using manual dexterity, including hand and finger coordination.
- Ability to remain seated for prolonged periods.
- Occasional travel may be required.
