Associate Director, Academic Partnerships, Americas

Overall Role Summary

The Academic Partnerships team is responsible for expanding Taylor and Francis’s reach and impact within the research communities that we serve, while also driving business growth. Reporting to the VP of Academic Partnerships, this role will build and expand partnerships with research groups, KOLs, research institutions, societies and industry in the US, in alignment with publishing strategy and business priorities.

• Drive portfolio growth through academic partnerships, contributing to revenue growth, impact and brand positioning.
• Develop long-term strategic plans for partnerships, conduct outreach, and build relationships with academic institutions, conferences, KOLs, societies and industry. Develop outreach opportunities into a robust pipeline in alignment with strategic goals and business priorities. Analyze market demands, competitor content, and audience needs to identify gaps in the portfolio and recommend actionable strategies.
• Work cross functionally, especially with colleagues in Publishing and Commercial teams, to align initiatives with the broader content and publishing strategy.
• Stay abreast of scholarly publishing market and industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies and make recommendations for improved partnership and content offerings.
• Represent Taylor & Francis at industry events and conferences to deepen engagement and visibility within the industry.
• Build the reputation and credibility of the company as a trusted publisher in key sectors by supporting high-quality content development and forming strategic partnerships.

• Knowledge and experience
• Comprehensive expertise in scholarly publishing, with deep understanding of publisher‑research community dynamics and emerging industry trends
• Strong background in acquisitions and partnerships
• Experience of and in-depth knowledge of working with societies, academies, and universities
• Deep understanding of regional market trends, audience behaviour, and competitor landscape
• Experience working across multiple content formats and platforms, with a strong understanding of editorial standards and best practices
• Proven experience in editorial development, content strategy, or a similar editorial leadership role within the regional market
• Demonstrated success in growing editorial portfolios and driving content strategies that contribute to business growth.
• Strong network of relevant contacts across the business and externally, with proven networking skills
• Skills and behaviours
• Entrepreneurial and agile
• Results‑oriented and able to work in a fast‑changing environment
• Comfortable navigating change and implementing scalable solutions in matrixed environments
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders
• A collaborative mindset and an ability to build consensus across diverse stakeholders
• Confidence in coordinating operational complexity and handling ambiguity with a keen eye for detail
• Proactive, positive and solutions‑oriented mindset
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with impeccable professional conduct and a clear communication style, able to professionally challenge
• Commercial acumen and a drive for results
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent project management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Strong technical aptitude and adaptability to new technologies
• Flexibility to work across multiple time zones

• Annual salary ranging from $120,000 - $150,000+ up to 15% annual bonus
• Salary commensurate with experience
• An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture
• 10 days paid sick time
• 15 days paid annual leave per year plus an extra day off for your birthday
• 3 additional discretionary days for the holiday season at the end of the year
• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 4 paid volunteer days per year
• 401(k) + employer match
• Seasonal social and charitable events
• Continuous training and development

• Closing date for applications: 26…