Almond Books is a rapidly growing academic publishing house based in Mumbai. Our mission is to facilitate the spread of knowledge by producing high-quality, accessible resources for students and educators.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced PUBLISHING MANAGER to lead our Academic Books division. The ideal candidate will be someone who has a strong understanding of academic publishing, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering top-quality educational materials. This role involves managing the production process from manuscript acquisition to finished product and requires a keen eye for detail, superb organizational skills, and a strong interest in the publishing industry.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the end-to-end publishing process of academic books, including acquisition, editing, design, production, and marketing.

- Liaise with authors, editors, designers, and other staff to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

- Develop a strategic plan to grow the Academic Books division, including identifying potential new authors and market opportunities.

- Foster relationships with academic institutions, authors, and other stakeholders to understand the current and future needs of our target market.

- Ensure that all published materials meet high-quality standards and are in line with the company's mission and values.

- Monitor market trends in academic publishing and recommend strategies for improving our products and services.

- Manage a team of content interns, contract-based proofreaders, and partner closely with CEO/Founder for day-to-day tasks.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Publishing, English, Business Management, or a related field; a Master's - degree is preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years' work experience (publishing or non-publishing industry).

- Knowledge of the publishing process, including editorial, design, and production stages is a plus.

- Exceptional project management and team leadership skills.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

- Proficiency in the use of MS Word, Excel, etc.

- Location: Opposite Railway Station, Kandivali West, Mumbai

- Job Type: Full Time (Monday - Saturday, 9am-6pm)

Interview Process:

Round 1: Phone Interview

Round 2: In-Person Interview

How to Apply :

Interested applicants can apply on LinkedIn or alternatively send their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in the role. Please include the subject line "Publishing Manager (Academic Books) Application".

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