Communications Officer

UCL Office of the Vice-Provost (Development)

Communications Officer

Full Time

The appointment will be on UCL Grade 6. The salary range will be £28,014 to £32,830 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.

UCL is London’s Global University. We do things differently here and we take the long view. We are not afraid to take risks. We remain focused on making a major contribution to the long term benefit of humanity. We have launched ‘It’s All Academic’, UCL’s bold new global Philanthropy and Engagement Campaign to raise £600m to support students, research and the transformation of our campus (please visit the ucl website under the campaign section). It will enable us to achieve more than ever before to secure our position as one of the world’s top higher education institutions. From fighting dementia to ensuring generations of students reach their full potential: It's All Academic. UCL’s ideas and discoveries are shaping the future, improving lives and having a massive impact on London and the wider world. There has never been a more exciting time to join our Development office. We are a team of exceptionally ambitious, creative and passionate individuals who work together to achieve remarkable things with a global impact, and we would love for you to be part of this exciting journey and our success. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in delivering our Campaign. As the Communications Officer you will contribute to the delivery and evaluation of a wide range of targeted content for all of our internal and external audiences. You will also contribute to the management and development of a range of communications channels, including social media and websites.

As the successful candidate you will possess enthusiasm for telling the story of the impact of philanthropy and engagement to a variety of audiences through a range of different channels and styles, with experience of producing excellent written and visual work that speaks to a range of audiences. You work best in a fast-paced environment and have top-notch organisational skills. This is an ideal role if you are an individual with a high degree of initiative and enthusiasm, with a willingness to learn new skills. Who is just as comfortable producing background messaging and material for colleagues as you are engaging staff, students, supporters, volunteers and alumni through impactful social media campaigns, newsletters or online storytelling.

We know that our people are our greatest asset and in return we provide an empowering, values-based environment where personal and professional growth is invested in. We offer agile working and flexibility around working hours – this role could be part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE or 21.9 hours per week) or a job share. We also value mutual respect and collaboration, and have a strong customer-service ethic.  Expectations are high and we work hard, but the rewards are huge. UCL is an outstanding place to work. We welcome people from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone can give of their best. Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, you will also be entitled to a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance. To find out more about the role, please contact Nicky Hobbs, Senior Communications Manager. For any queries about the application process, please contact Cameron McNeil, People Coordinator. Both can be reached by phone: +44 (0)20 3108 3804. For more information about our philanthropic activities please visit the UCL website.

UCL vacancy reference: 1694681

Applicants should apply online. To access further details about the position and how to apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button below.

Closing Date: 28 January 2018

Latest time for the submission of applications: 23:59.

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level.