Senior External Communications Officer

Adecco; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Wolverhampton is seeking a Senior External Communications Officer to shape its narrative and engage the media. The role involves writing press releases, managing media relations, and developing digital content. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in PR or journalism, excellent writing skills, and a proactive approach. This interim position offers a hybrid working model, professional growth opportunities, and a convenient location near public transport.

Benefits

Professional Growth

Convenient Location

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in PR/Communications and/or Journalism.
• Ability to craft engaging text for various audiences and platforms.
• Proactive, enthusiastic approach with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging press releases on various impactful stories.
• Handle media inquiries and facilitate interviews.
• Collaborate on digital content including social media and videos.

Skills

PR

Communications

Journalism

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Senior External Communications Officer

Location: Wolverhampton City Centre

Contract Type: Interim post (6 months)

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: December 2025

Working Pattern: Full Time (On campus a minimum of 40% of the week)

Are you passionate about communications and looking to make a significant impact? Interested in subject areas such as health, cybercrime, AI, robots, and satellites? Might you even be a former journalist? With a dynamic new leadership team steering a successful growth strategy, this is your chance to be part of exciting transformational change at our client's university.

About the Role:

As the Senior External Communications Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and sharing the university's narrative. Collaborating closely with colleagues in the Digital Content and Communications Team, you'll be instrumental in crafting compelling stories that highlight achievements and corporate developments, engaging the media and the wider public.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Press releases: Write engaging press releases on a range of stories including groundbreaking research that impacts the world.
2. Media Relations: Handle media inquiries, facilitate interviews, and advise interviewees.
3. Contacts: Develop and maintain a broad range of contacts in the media.
4. Digital Engagement: Collaborate with colleagues creating digital content, including social media, videos, and podcasts, to enhance online presence.
5. Monitoring & Reporting: Produce weekly news round-ups for senior management using media monitoring services.
6. Campaigns: Help colleagues develop engaging content for key campaigns throughout the academic year, including student recruitment, graduations, and welcome events.
7. Event Support: Assist with high-profile events, ensuring media engagement and maximum visibility.

Ideal Candidate:

The perfect candidate will have:

1. Considerable experience in PR/Communications and/or Journalism.
2. The ability to craft engaging text for various audiences and platforms.
3. A proactive, enthusiastic approach with excellent interpersonal skills.

Why Join Us?

1. Richly Varied Work: With a wide range of subject matter, no two days are ever the same as you work to raise the profile of this university.
2. Convenient Location: Our office is just a 7-minute walk from Wolverhampton train, tram, and bus station, making your commute hassle-free.
3. Hybrid Working: On campus a minimum of 40% of the time.
4. Professional Growth: Engage in professional development opportunities and work alongside a talented team of marketing and communications professionals.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a remarkable turnaround in the education sector, we want to hear from you!