De Gruyter Brill is a global leader in scholarly publishing in the humanities and beyond. Combining a rich heritage dating back to 1683 with a forward-looking mindset, our mission is to publish and curate indispensable research that breaks boundaries, builds new bonds, and shapes a better future. Join our diverse and passionate team of over 600 colleagues around the world – and help us shape the future of scholarly communications.
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Acquisitions Editor Linguistics (m/f/d)
Berlin | Part time (80%) | As soon as possible
As Acquisitions Editor Linguistics, you will contribute to maintaining and expanding our international portfolio of books, journals and digital reference works. Your responsibilities will include acquiring new publishing projects, driving the implementation of our publishing strategy, and managing workflows to ensure excellence across all formats. A key aspect of your role will be building and maintaining professional networks, enabling you to identify opportunities and cultivate collaborations within the global linguistics & communication studies community.
This is a fixed-term position until 30 September 2027 as a parental leave cover.
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Your tasks
Build and maintain professional networks with authors, consultants, and editors, fostering collaborations and leading discussions with key stakeholders
Conduct market research and portfolio analysis to identify opportunities for expanding the portfolio
Implement publishing policies, managing the portfolio to achieve growth objectives, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with marketing on promotional efforts
Oversee financial planning, including budget development, cost forecasting, and revenue monitoring, ensuring alignment with operational goals
Manage workflows and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of publishing projects while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
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Your profile
Experience in academic publishing with a solid understanding of the publishing landscape and processes
Exceptional communication and networking skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with authors, editors, and other stakeholders in the scholarly community
Experience with digital publishing formats and workflows, with keen interest in industry trends and innovations
Academic degree in the fields of Linguistics & Communication Studies and extensive relevant networks in the field
A proactive, goal-oriented working style with excellent time management skills, balancing independent decision making and teamwork effectively
Strong technical aptitude and adaptability, with the ability to quickly master in-house tools and systems
Willingness to actively contribute to and shape the opportunities and transformations during the merger process of DGB
Proficiency in English, basic knowledge of additional modern languages (Spanish, Hebrew, Mandarin, or others) is an asset
We offer you
An exciting professional challenge for one of the innovation drivers of the publishing industry
Family-friendly working time models, flexitime, and flexible home office arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance, alongside a substantial vacation allowance and additional special leave days
Extensive benefits and allowances for a healthy, balanced life
Development budget and opportunities for training and personal development
Passionate colleagues in diverse, international teams; joint team events and company parties
At De Gruyter Brill, we are dedicated to diversity, equal opportunity, and building an inclusive culture where everyone belongs. We believe in individual potential, so please apply even if you don’t meet every requirement—passion and a willingness to learn matter as much as qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!
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