Head of Student Communications and Engagement

Location: Leeds - Main Campus

Contract type: Ongoing

Interview date: Friday 25^th April 2025

This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you passionate about connecting with students and making their university experience truly unforgettable? 

The University of Leeds is looking for a Head of Student Communications to engage our diverse student community with creative, impactful messaging. In this role, you’ll lead our award-winning team who craft compelling campaigns, manage digital channels, and ensure students stay informed, inspired, and involved. From big announcements to engaging social content, you’ll shape how we communicate with over 43,000 students from 140 countries across the globe. If you’re a storyteller with a strategic mindset, this is your chance to make a real impact at one of the UK’s leading universities. 

We are looking for an experienced leader to develop and deliver high-impact communications that foster a sense of belonging, engagement, and advocacy, making the Leeds student experience second to none. You will lead, develop, and manage the Student Communications Team of six talented professionals, liaise with staff across our Student Education and Experience portfolio and other student-facing teams across the University. You’ll collaborate with fellow communications professionals in our Communications & Engagement team, contributing to developing the University’s global profile, protecting its reputation, and creating communications and engagement opportunities for our diverse Leeds community. This role will test your creative skills, challenge your leadership qualities, and enhance your potential in shaping institution-wide student engagement, aligning with the University's strategic goals and our commitment to excellence in student education and experience. 

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

Interviews to be held on 25^th April 2025

What we offer in return:

• 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance. 
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Mark Dorey, Assistant Director of Communications and Engagement (Community) 

Email: M.Dorey@leeds.ac.uk

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