Head of Communications and Events (MKT107)

Previous applicants need not apply.

The University of West London (UWL) is a leading modern university, specialising in the education and development of exceptional creative, business and service professionals.

We are currently a leading modern University in London in The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018 and we won a THELMA award for Outstanding Leadership and Management team in 2017.

We are currently recruiting for a Head of Communications and Events to help us tell our fabulous story and work within our busy and fast-paced Marketing department managing a team of Communications and Events professionals. This role is central to helping the university deliver on its strategic plan, meet its marketing and Student recruitment objectives and publicise the achievements of UWL on a local and national level.

Responsible for developing and delivering the University’s communications and events strategy, the Head of Communications and Events will focus on delivering effective Public and Media relations, social media, internal communications and reputational events.

The successful candidate will be able to develop and deliver proactive media campaigns, have the ability to act as a spokesperson for the university and have a proven track record of working with media. You will have strong communication and influencing skills with the confidence to operate at all levels of seniority; be able to build consensus and drive projects through to completion.  Excellent writing and media skills are a must and you will be quick to assimilate multiple and complex issues and develop messaging for a range of audiences.

Educated to degree level or equivalent and with an up-to-date understanding of the latest PR and social media developments, the successful candidate will have significant experience of leading large scale strategic communications projects with an ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

If you are passionate about delivering high-level communication campaigns and have an interest in, or are currently working in, the higher education sector then we are keen to hear from you.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Closing Date: 05 Jun 2018
Category: Management & Professional