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The Commissioning Editor will support the acquisition and development of research content in print and online on Lexis+ in line with Legal Markets strategic direction.
Responsibilities
Commissioning, developing, and managing new content across multiple market sectors, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
Identifying opportunities for new titles and new editions to meet revenue and commissioning targets.
Building business cases and collaborating with authors, reviewers, and stakeholders to deliver commercially viable products.
Managing the end-to-end commissioning process, including budgets, contracts, timelines, and quality standards.
Contributing to budgeting, re-forecasting, and portfolio management to meet revenue and profitability goals.
Conducting market and competitor research to inform commissioning decisions and product development.
Supporting sales and marketing initiatives by gathering customer feedback and contributing to go-to-market activities.
Leveraging technology, including AI tools, to streamline workflows and improve commissioning efficiency.
Requirements
Have experience in commissioning, publishing, or content development (preferably in legal or professional sectors).
Demonstrate strong project management skills, with ability to deliver high-quality content on time and within budget.
Apply commercial awareness and ability to align publishing initiatives with revenue and market needs.
Use analytical skills to gather and apply insights from customers, markets, and competitors, with attention to inclusivity and relevance.
Communicate effectively and build respectful, collaborative relationships with authors, reviewers, and stakeholders.
Support contract negotiation and management, with guidance, transparency, and fairness.
Proactively use technology and digital tools, including accessible platforms, to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.
Stay organised and detail-oriented, managing multiple priorities independently while seeking support and escalating issues when needed.
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