This role will contribute to Wiley’s continued growth in journals publishing with an emphasis on society acquisitions. The candidate will be responsible for the project management of the bid process, working with colleagues to complete financial modeling and proposal writing to specifications and deadlines, while also developing best practices around acquisitions.  

The successful candidate will have a proven record of success in acquiring and developing society partnerships and will be skilled at relationship management. This role requires commitment to pan organizational and global working and proven skills in financial modelling of complex bid finances. The Society Acquisitions Manager will also have significant experience in project management including scheduling, planning, reporting and developing new formats for presentation of services.

Selection criteria

• Proven record of success in managing acquisitions for society business

• Strong relationship management and project management skills are essential

• Experience in writing persuasively and creatively

• Proven skills in financial modelling of complex bid finances and business acumen

• Strong communication skills

• Experience with complex ISI metrics

• Experience in digital product development and corporate sales an advantage

• Educated to degree level or equivalent training/experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary

• Performance Related Incentive Scheme

• Defined contribution pension scheme

• Attractive Company Benefits including 25 days holiday, 50% staff discount, towards professionalqualifications, employee assistance programme.

Other

• Should have the right to live and work within the UK

• Willingness to travel is required

• Please note this job title is subject to change

   

Optional Information

• The closing date for this role is 15 July 2016

• Applications for this role should be submitted with a covering letter and CV.