Team Manager, Discover Journals

Team Manager, Discover Journals Location: Nanjing Job Title: Team Manager, Discover Journals Locations: Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, Pune – hybrid working model Closing date: 22nd May 2026 About Springer Nature Springer 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 visitabout.springernature.comand @SpringerNature. About the Role The Team Manager will take responsibility for the development, performance and leadership of a subset of the Humanities and Social Science portfolios in Discover. Reporting to the Executive Publisher for the subject area, you will line-manage 3-4 Associate Editors/Associate Publishers who are each responsible for their own journals. You will be responsible for the performance and success of the portfolio of journals across your team. This includes overseeing and supporting the Associate Editors/Associate Publishers reporting to you, and ensuring the launch, content development, growth, and standards maintenance of journals in their care are meeting expectations. You will be proactive in monitoring the content and performance of your team’s journals, and you will identify and implement changes to maximise both with the support of the Executive Publisher. Responsibilities Take overall responsibility for your portfolio’s content and performance from setting the strategy for growth of your team’s journals to regularly monitoring KPIs and ensuring your team are fully supported and able to fulfil their responsibilities as Associate and Senior Editors. You will also be responsible for the following: Editorial and Publishing Performance: Ensure every journal has a clear and actionable Journal Development Plan in place that follows the Discover overarching strategy Monitor portfolio and journals performance to identify areas for improvement and take action as appropriate with your direct reports Ensure that appropriate editorial standards are upheld across all of your journals, collaborating with relevant teams and stakeholders regularly Personally handle the journal development of 1-2 early-development journals New Launches Agree on key subjects in scope for development with the Executive Publisher Ensure new launch proposals and approved new journals assigned to your team are completed and launched on schedule People management and team leadership Line manage 3-4 Associate Editors/Associate Publishers, including recruitment where required; ensure your team are fully trained and operating to the editorial standards and thresholds required for their roles Lead your team by example with the management of your own journals Deputise for the Executive Publisher if the necessity arises. Contribute to the strategic direction of the Discover journals Support Discover and FOAB wide strategic projects to enhance our journals, improve our services, and make Discover/SN a great place to work; lead on specific projects as necessary and agreed with the Executive Publisher Community Ensure your team build excellent communications and relationships with Editorial Board Members and authors, optimising their engagement Ensure that all your team members and Editorial Boards are fully aware of the ethos and editorial policies of Discover, and acting by them accordingly Periodically attend conferences to promote the journals and develop a network of contacts within relevant fields Experience, skills and qualifications Line management experience desirable Experience within an STM publishing environment; fully trained in editorial decision making Experience in working with and influencing key stakeholders, community members, and other teams in a complex, international environment Educated to PhD level (or equivalent), in a relevant field strongly preferred Knowledge of open access publishing Excellent communication skills Comfortable analysing large data sets and using insights to inform actions and decisions Excellent time management and prioritization skills, able to balance short-term deadlines with long-term goals Self-starter with a positive, can-do approach to collaboration and problem-solving Strong ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels Willing to travel occasionally and represent Discover at external events At 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 https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visithttps://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/ #LI-KD1 Job Posting End Date: 23-05-2026 Additional Locations: Beijing (北京市) [Ideal Plaza], Shanghai (上海市) [Changle Rd], Pune