Head of Student Communications UK Free Visa Job

Job Description

Job Summary

Location: Manchester All Saints Campus
Contracted Hours: 37 hours per week

About Us:

As a leading university in a global city, we are committed to advancing knowledge for societal benefit and making higher education accessible to passionate individuals. Our excellence in education and research is reflected in our gold status in the Teaching Excellence Framework and the world-leading impact of 90% of our research.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned communications professional to join us as the Head of Student Communications. This pivotal role will involve fostering a sense of belonging and community among our 43,000 students through strategic, high-quality communications. You will enhance the student experience, ensure effective engagement, and drive advocacy and satisfaction.

As part of the Communications and Engagement leadership team within the External Relations directorate, you will develop and deliver our student communications strategy, positioning us as the university of choice and elevating our student experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement a comprehensive multi-channel student communications strategy, ensuring coordinated messaging throughout the student lifecycle.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the university, offering expert advice and leadership in communications.
• Manage crisis, reputational, and incident communications effectively.
• Oversee a team responsible for creating multimedia content, managing social media, digital platforms, and engagement activities.

What We Are Looking For:

• Expertise: Strong, adaptable communication skills with extensive experience in integrated communications across multiple channels.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of communications professionals.
• Strategic Vision: Experience in managing complex communications plans and crisis communications.
• Sector Knowledge: A solid understanding of the higher education landscape and its challenges.
• Relationship Building: Ability to develop effective relationships and communicate persuasively at all levels.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Starting at approximately £57,000, with an increase effective from March 1, 2025.
• Pension Benefits: Generous pension package.
• Leave Entitlement: 35 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid working options with the necessity for attendance at events and meetings, and out-of-hours support with an on-call rota.
• Career Development: Outstanding opportunities to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Apply Now:

Make a meaningful impact with a career that offers real-world influence. For further details on this exciting role and the benefits we offer, please refer to the JD and Candidate Pack provided below.

Join us in shaping the future of our student community and making a name for both yourself and our university!