Head of Publishing

SUMMARY

Our client is hiring a Head of Publishing to join the team.

A suitable candidate should be a motivated and multi-skilled individual that meets the requirements of the role.

DUTIES TO INCLUDE

• Manage day-to-day agenda, controlling workflow and deliverables.
• Lead on a range of Publishing briefs, translating media strategies into ideas and plans that lead to the very best results for clients.
• Engage with industry developments and relevant media owners, identifying new opportunities for clients.
• Oversee delivery of insightful PCAs.
• Confidently lead channel discussions in internal and media owner meetings.
• Confidentially interrogate and challenge briefs.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the role Publishing plays in our clients’ business and in answering the brief.
• Demonstrate multi-channel awareness and Publishing expertise in client meetings.
• Write and deliver integrated and compelling presentations.
• Encourage a culture of integration across departments.
• Understand and support the commercial requirements of the business.
• Oversee frictionless financials by instilling best practices across the team & ensuring bookings are on the system promptly and accurately.
• Support direct reports in the efficient management of invoicing processes and quick issue resolution.
• Contribute to accurate and timely forecasting.
• Create clarity around team roles and responsibilities, skilfully delegating to ensure the team is performing the right tasks.
• Responsible for the overall quality and delivery of work of direct reports.
• Create strong relationships with direct reports, providing regular feedback, effective appraisals and regular one-to-ones.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Experience in a similar role.
• Detailed knowledge of the fundamentals of Publishing, digital and media best practices.
• Confident in planning inserts, and door drops.
• A can-do attitude and positive approach, even in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Confident, committed and professional.
• Good team player who is also a self-starter.
• Creative, analytical and numerical ability.
• Organised and excellent attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Ability to think around problems and get inventive solutions.
• Team player.

DESIRABLE

• PhD in Social Sciences and Humanities or another University degree.
• Experience in the management of people and resources.