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Job Title: Publishing Assistant
Location: London, Hybrid
Position Type: Full Time, Permanent
Application Deadline: Friday 25th September 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 visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature.
At Springer Nature, we recognise that great talent develops through many different paths. We encourage applications from individuals with strong transferable skills, provided they are supported by relevant experience that shows how those skills have been successfully applied in practice. Our hiring approach balances skills, experience, and potential to ensure each role is fulfilled with both short term effectiveness and long term growth in mind.
About The Brand
Springer is a leading global scientific, technical and medical portfolio, providing researchers in academia, scientific institutions and corporate R&D departments with quality content through innovative information, products and services. Springer has one of the strongest STM and HSS eBook collections and archives, as well as a comprehensive range of hybrid and open access journals. Springer is part of Springer Nature, a global publisher of robust and insightful science, supporting the development of new areas of research and making ideas and knowledge accessible around the world. As part of Springer Nature, Springer sits alongside other trusted brands like Nature Portfolio, BMC and Palgrave Macmillan. Visit springer.com and follow @SpringerNature.
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About the Role
Our team of seven publishers is responsible for a portfolio of over 50 English-language scientific journals in the fields of genetics, biophysics, bioengineering and biotechnology. The Publishing Assistant provides a vital role in supporting the internal publishing team by handling a variety of non-strategic matters.
As well as providing core support to the in-house team, the role involves building excellent working relationships with external Editors as well as with other internal teams such as production, journal editorial office and other supporting teams.
The successful candidate must be flexible, able to prioritize, organize and coordinate work assignments, and able to determine the most efficient way to accomplish each task.
Role Responsibilities:
- Handle non-strategic matters to maintain scholarly journals: prepare new agreements, update internal systems, request payments, and maintain other journal records.
- Prepare materials for team reports, conferences, and board meetings, including assistance with PowerPoint presentations. Request annual journal reports and monitor schedule.
- Handle general enquiries from within Springer and from external partners, esp. external editors and authors.
- Develop strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments to coordinate ongoing production, editorial office, marketing, conferences, and other internal department deadlines.
- Respond to routine enquiries from customer services.
- Working with internal databases and other software to track projects across a portfolio of journals.
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Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and responsibly.
- Very strong computer skills required, particularly in MS 365 applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
- Ability and interest to learn company-specific systems and workflows.
- Laser focused attention to detail; exhibiting strong organizational and analytical skills are a must.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Desirable
- Degree in biological or clinical science (or similar).
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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 at EMEACareers@springernature.com so we can make all necessary accommodations.
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/
Job Posting End Date: 26-09-2026
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