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Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge, and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100. Taylor & Francis is one of the world’s largest publishers of high-quality, peer reviewed scholarly journals, books, e-books and reference works. We empower learners, thinkers and doers with trusted knowledge that advances research and enriches lives. We bring together diverse people, ideas and opinions to validate and publish the experts, theories and truths that matter. And we’ve been doing this in an unbroken arc since 1798. Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge. We strongly believe that this requires us to encourage and examine different ideas and voices, so that any work that meets our exacting levels of quality deserves to be included in our publications. This requires open minds, the opportunity for robust debate, and the courage to defend perspectives that stand up to scrutiny, even if they conflict with our personal beliefs or values. Because that’s the only way to find the best obtainable version of the truth and, ultimately, foster human progress. If you agree, then we’d love to hear from you. Ready to shape the future of global academic publishing? Join Taylor & Francis as we transform how knowledge reaches millions of researchers, students, and professionals worldwide. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in pricing strategy, strong analytical capabilities, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to translate complex business challenges into actionable pricing and revenue optimisation strategies. As Senior Strategic Pricing Manager at Taylor & Francis, you will play a pivotal role in shaping pricing frameworks and strategies that directly impact how knowledge flows globally, fostering human progress. From developing innovative pricing models for AI-powered content platforms to driving revenue growth across 190 countries, your insights will be at the heart of our global success. This is a proactive and dynamic role, requiring someone ready to bring energy and momentum to the organisation, driving change and fostering a culture of accelerated delivery. You will work across the business, leading and collaborating with diverse teams and functions to deliver impactful pricing strategies. With the ability to drive alignment and execute strategic initiatives without direct authority, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest level of execution against business-wide goals while fostering collaboration and innovation across the organisation. The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a reasonable commuting distance of our office in either Milton Park Oxfordshire (OX14) or London Blackfriars. At least 2 days per week will be worked from our office in Milton Park. Closing date: 2nd January 2026. Key Areas of Responsibility: Pricing Strategy Development • Develop and execute comprehensive pricing strategies for new and existing products, ensuring alignment with business goals and market trends., • Provide recommendations on bundling, subscription models, and discount strategies to drive revenue and engagement., • Leverage analytics and data to assess market conditions, competitor pricing, and customer demand, identifying opportunities for price optimisation., • Collaborate with Editorial, Commercial, and Marketing teams to align pricing strategies with overall product positioning. Data and Customer-Led Commercial Insights • Conduct primary quantitative and qualitative market analysis to generate high-quality insights efficiently, informing strategic decision-making., • Collaborate with finance, operations, and other departments to gather relevant data and validate strategic assumptions., • Present findings and recommendations to executive and senior leadership teams through compelling presentations and reports. Project Management & Execution • Lead high-priority strategic projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes., • Coordinate with various departments to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiatives., • Identify and mitigate risks associated with strategic initiatives, developing contingency plans as needed. Stakeholder Management & Communication • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across all organisational levels., • Facilitate strategic planning sessions, workshops, and cross-functional meetings., • Communicate complex strategic concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders., • Serve as a strategic advisor and right-hand to the Global Pricing Director What we are looking for: Skills • Pricing Expertise: Proven ability to develop and implement impactful pricing strategies that drive revenue growth and profitability., • Independent Cross-Functional Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate across diverse teams and departments, driving alignment and execution of strategic initiatives without direct authority., • Primary Customer Research: Skilled in conducting customer interviews, designing and executing surveys, and synthesising insights to inform strategic decision-making., • Exceptional Communication: Strong stakeholder management and the ability to articulate complex pricing concepts clearly to diverse audiences., • Data and Analytical Mastery: Expertise in transforming complex datasets into compelling executive presentations and actionable pricing insights., • Global Mindset: Ability to navigate international markets, cross-cultural dynamics, and global pricing challenges., • AI-Forward: Proficiency in leveraging cutting-edge tools, including AI and data analytics platforms, to optimise pricing strategies. Experience • Experience in top-tier strategic pricing consulting or equivalent in-house strategic pricing team., • Experience in publishing, knowledge-driven industries, or B2B/B2C information businesses is highly desirable., • STEM university education is advantageous but not required., • Proven track record of successfully executing global initiatives across multiple countries and regions., • Expertise in facilitating workshops, strategic planning sessions, and executive-level discussions., • A genuine passion for advancing the mission of academic and scholarly communication. Location We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at conference – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely. The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a reasonable commuting distance of our office in either Milton Park Oxfordshire (OX14) or London Blackfriars. At least 1-2 days per week will be worked from our office in Milton Park. What we offer in return • An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture, • 25 days annual leave per year plus a day off for your birthday, • 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year, • 4 paid volunteering days each year, • Company funded single cover private medical insurance, • Employee assistance programme – offering 24/7 well-being support, • Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares., • Pension scheme, • Life assurance, plus optical and medical care If you’re excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge, we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience don’t fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis, we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and make a contribution regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague, you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources, incentives, and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and to live a healthy, balanced life. Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits, develops, and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non-merit based factor. If you have a disability, or face another barrier, and would like to request an adjustment to assist your participation in the hiring process and/or in the advertised position, please contact . Your request will be reviewed and considered in the strictest confidence.