UQP is seeking an experienced Publishing Director

We're seeking an experienced Publishing Director to lead UQP’s publishing strategy and program, acquiring new titles for the adult list and managing the publishing team, while maintaining UQP’s high profile throughout industry, government and community. ⁠

About This Opportunity  

The University of Queensland Press (UQP), established in 1948, is a leading independent publishing house known for producing high-quality and culturally significant books. A four-time winner (including 2025) of the ABIA Best Small Press award and proud publisher of the 2025 Miles Franklin Award-winning novel, UQP is recognised as one of Australia’s most dynamic and influential literary publishers. UQP has launched the careers of many acclaimed Australian writers and continues to publish across fiction, non-fiction, poetry, Indigenous writing, and youth literature, gaining national and international recognition. 

An exciting opportunity exists for a Publishing Director to lead UQP’s publishing strategy and program, acquiring new titles for the adult list and managing the publishing team, while maintaining UQP’s high profile throughout industry, government and community. 

About You 

We are looking for an experienced Publishing Director with relevant tertiary qualifications or experience at a senior publishing level or an equivalent combination of qualifications and workplace experience. You will bring a strong track record of managing teams at an executive level, leading change, and nurturing a collaborative, high-performing culture within a small and agile environment.

You will possess deep knowledge of national and international publishing trends across both trade and university press sectors, alongside demonstrated success in commissioning, developing, and publishing commercially viable and diverse books. The role requires strong commercial acumen, including experience with budgeting and securing external funding, as well as fluency with contemporary publishing tools and technologies. Exceptional communication skills, the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, and a willingness to engage in out-of-hours reading, travel, and broader organisational activities are essential.

For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete appointment booklet.

For enquiries, visit this link.⁠

Applications close: Tuesday 24 February at 11.00pm AEST (R-60333).