Communications Officer

Edge Hill University; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Staff benefits

Counselling services

Development programmes

On-campus facilities

LGPS enrolment

Job summary

Edge Hill University is seeking a Communications Officer to raise the profile of a modern, ambitious university through storytelling, media campaigns and digital content. You will craft compelling stories, manage enquiries and seize opportunities to enhance reputation.

You will work with academics, senior leaders and partners to uncover inspiring stories, translating complex research for diverse audiences and coordinating content across channels.

Job description

We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Edge Hill University as a Communications Officer and help raise the profile of a modern, ambitious university that is transforming lives through education, research and innovation.

In this varied and fast-paced role, you'll create and promote stories that showcase the University's achievements, expertise and impact. From developing media campaigns and writing news releases to creating digital content, managing social media opportunities and responding to media enquiries, you'll play a key role in shaping how Edge Hill is seen by external audiences.

Working as part of a high-performing Communications and Engagement team, you'll collaborate with academics, senior leaders, partners and stakeholders across the University to uncover inspiring stories and position Edge Hill at the heart of important conversations. As communications officer, you will enjoy a varied role with opportunities to work across media relations, content creation, reputation management, events and thought leadership.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

As a communications officer you will be an experienced communications professional with excellent writing skills and a passion for telling stories that engage and inspire.

You'll bring experience of working in a busy communications environment, alongside strong relationship-building skills and the confidence to work with colleagues, stakeholders and media contacts at all levels.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating digital content and translating complex research into accessible messages, you'll know how to tailor your approach for different audiences and channels.

As communications officer you will be able to manage competing priorities and comfortable working to tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Most importantly, you'll be proactive, creative and curious, always looking for opportunities to generate positive coverage, increase engagement and enhance reputation. If you enjoy working collaboratively, thrive in a dynamic environment and want your work to have visible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

• A minimum of 36 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885,Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.