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Acquisitions Global History (f/m/d)

Poland (remote) | Full-time | Jul 1, 2026

As Acquisitions Editor Global History you will contribute to maintaining and expanding our international portfolio of books, journals, and digital reference works. Under the guidance of the Senior Acquisitions Editor Global History, your responsibilities will include acquiring new publishing projects, driving the implementation of our publishing strategy, and managing workflows to ensure excellence across all formats. A key aspect of your role will be building and maintaining professional networks, enabling you to identify opportunities and cultivate collaborations within the Global History research community.
Salary range for the position 7600 - 8000 gross PLN gross/month 

Your tasks

  • Formulating and implementing acquisitions strategies to ensure a diverse and high-quality range of publications including books, journals, reference works, and digital products
  • Strategic development of our Global History portfolio in close coordination with the Senior Acquisitions Editor
  • Budget responsibility for project signings and output toward achieving economic objectives
  • Maintaining, fostering and expanding relationships with authors, editorial boards, research institutions, and the wider, global scholarly network
  • Negotiating and preparing publishing contracts
  • Constructive communication and effective collaboration within the Publishing department and with Marketing, Sales, and Production Teams

Your profile

  • An academic degree in History with a focus on Global History

  • Relevant publishing or research experience in the humanities with a solid understanding of the publishing landscape and processes

  • Strong capability in project management, including list planning and revenue growth

  • Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication and networking skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships internally and externally, open to travelling

  • A familiarity with the academic fields in which you will operate, and with digital publishing formats and workflows, with keen interest in industry trends and innovations

  • Excellent knowledge of English. Additional German skills are an asset, but not mandatory

We offer you

  • An exciting professional challenge for one of the innovation drivers of the publishing industry
  • Family-friendly working time models, flexitime, and flexible home office arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance, alongside a substantial vacation allowance and additional special leave days
  • Extensive benefits and allowances for a healthy, balanced life
  • Development budget and opportunities for training and personal development
  • Passionate colleagues in diverse, international teams; joint team events and company parties

At De Gruyter Brill, we are dedicated to diversity, equal opportunity, and building an inclusive culture where everyone belongs. We believe in individual potential, so please apply even if you don’t meet every requirement—passion and a willingness to learn matter as much as qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

Ute Linden
People + Culture
+49(0)3026005200

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