Job reference: 002328
Salary: c£110,000 per annum (plus excellent benefits)
Closing date: 21/05/2023
Department: Strategic Communications and Marketing
Location: London Stewart House
Employment type: Open ended
Sub-Department: Marketing and Communications
Hours Per Week: 35 hours per week
Job Description
This senior role sits on the Vice-Chancellor’s Executive Group (the senior executive decision-making body of the University) to drive the development and delivery of the University’s communications, marketing and recruitment plans to achieve the University’s strategy and student growth ambitions. Central to success will be leading an integrated department and being the cross-university lead on activities that strengthen the reputation of the University, increase awareness of the University, and promote our educational programmes and impact in London, nationally and globally.
The University of London is the UK’s leading provider of digital and blended distance education internationally, offering programmes to 45,000 students in 190 countries across the world. Although proudly rooted in London, our community and impact are global. We are a national leader in the humanities, and we promote their value to society and the economy through knowledge creation and exchange. We are also a federation of 17 esteemed higher education institutions, with collaboration at the heart of our ethos.
The University of London was founded in 1836 to promote access to higher education. We pioneered distance learning across the globe. We were the first University in the world to admit students regardless of their gender, race or religion. In 1878 we were the first UK university to award degrees to women. Improving access and equality of opportunity remains our mission to this day.
Applications are welcomed from candidates with demonstrable experience in a similar role, with senior leadership skills that inspire, motivate and influence.
For a full role profile and further information, please refer to the attached Recruitment pack.
To apply, please submit your application, CV and covering letter (of no more than two sides), by clicking this LINK, before the closing date at midnight on Sunday 21st May 2023.
The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at senior levels within the University. All appointments will be made on merit, based on the criteria identified in the job description.
Pursuing excellence in education and equal opportunities.
Application URL:
https://www.jobs.london.ac.uk/Job/JobDetail?isPreview=Yes&jobid=2436&advert=external