Head of Publisher Relations (Publisher Partnerships and Commercial Strategy)

Head of Publisher Relations (Publisher Partnerships and Commercial Strategy) London Full-time, office-based Generous salary + bonus + equity + benefits Start: ASAP We are exclusively partnering with a fast-growing, venture-backed book wholesaler and online bookseller operating across the UK and US. This is a rare opportunity to lead publisher partnerships at a business modernising how books are bought, priced, stocked, and sold. Reporting directly to the Founder, you will own publisher relationships end-to-end and play a central role in scaling trading partnerships across major publishers. Key Responsibilities Build and deepen relationships with leading UK and international publishers Negotiate commercial terms, discounts, print runs, buying volumes, and supply agreements Advise on buying strategy, catalogue priorities, and sales opportunities Act as the company''s publishing industry expert and trusted external voice Help shape scalable processes for publisher onboarding and partnership growth About You You will bring strong publisher-facing commercial experience, ideally from trade publishing, wholesale/distribution, vendor management, or strategic partnerships. You''ll have excellent negotiation skills, a strong network, and the confidence to operate in a fast-moving, high-ownership environment. Why Join? This is a chance to play a defining role in the next generation of book wholesale, with significant autonomy, founder-level access, and meaningful upside. ..... full job details .....