Head of editorial performance, nature portfolio

Job Title

Head of Editorial Performance, Nature Portfolio

Location

London or Pune

Reports to

Director of Editorial Performance, Nature Portfolio

Application Deadline

28th June 2026

About the Role

The Head of Editorial Performance is responsible for developing and driving initiatives to support operational excellence across the Nature Portfolio. In this role you will work with key stakeholders across editorial teams, Peer Review Management, Content Acquisition Product, Publishing Strategy, Publishing Performance & Intelligence, Production, and Publishing Operations to plan and implement improvements to editorial workflows and processes, and drive the adoption of best working practices to support increased editorial efficiency and best‑in‑class author experience. An immediate priority is leading an ambitious project to transform Nature Portfolio’s editorial workflows, shaping efficient and scalable, future‑ready processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to improve and standardise editorial workflows across Nature Portfolio.
• Analyse current processes, identify improvement opportunities, and design scalable solutions.
• Deliver change projects from planning through implementation, including milestones, risks, dependencies and success measures.
• Drive adoption of new workflows, technologies and platforms across editorial teams.
• Partner with stakeholders across editorial, product, operations, production and analytics teams to deliver effective change.
• Use data and KPIs to track impact, measure success and support continuous improvement.
• Support the development of best practices and portfolio‑wide approaches to editorial processes.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve author experience and operational efficiency.

Essential Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Good understanding of editorial workflows and the research publishing landscape.
• Strong experience leading complex projects and change initiatives in cross‑functional environments.
• Experience supporting the adoption of new processes, systems or technologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with a data‑informed approach.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to influence, build trust and work effectively across a wide range of teams and senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and deliver against deadlines.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and comfortable working independently.
• Degree‑level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience.

Desirable

• Project management qualification or formal training.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions for the role, preferred office location and current notice period.

Springer Nature Skills Associated with this Job Profile

SN-Strategic Mindset, SN-Manages Complexity, SN-Decision Quality, SN-Balances Stakeholders, SN-Communicates Effectively, SN-Persuasion, SN-Collaboration, SN-Project Management, SN-Data Analytics, SN-Operational Excellence.

DEI Statement

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 so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion.

Additional Information

For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/.

Job Posting End Date

15-06-2026