Head of Brand and Communications - Unit M

University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking university, where you can join the pioneering Unit M team. In this dynamic role, you will develop and implement innovative content marketing strategies that enhance the university's global reputation for innovation. Collaborating with a passionate team, you'll lead impactful campaigns and ensure effective communication across various channels. This position not only allows you to shape the future of the university but also contributes to the broader goal of fostering an inclusive economy in Manchester. If you're ready to make a difference and drive innovation, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing content marketing strategies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement content marketing strategies for Unit M.
• Lead campaigns and coordinate communications across channels.

Skills

Content Marketing

Campaign Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

About the role

The role's purpose is to develop and implement a content marketing strategy, enhancing Unit M's brand and the University's global innovation reputation. This involves leading campaigns, collaborating with Unit M's team, and coordinating professional communications across internal and external channels.

About Unit M

Unit M is the University of Manchester's new innovation unit. It exists to unlock the full innovation impact of our University on our region and the world around us. It does this by accelerating access to world-leading innovation talent and assets, and inventing new ways to partner. This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of the founding Unit M team and to help shape the future of the University and the region.

“The transformative potential of fully embracing innovation cannot be understated, both for the region and for the UK more widely. Unit M lies at the heart of the University’s ambition to power an inclusive economy, positioning Manchester as a central player on the global stage to accelerate growth for all in society.”

— President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Duncan Ivison

Further information and how to apply

For further details about the vacancy, Unit M and the University of Manchester please download the candidate brochure at the bottom of this advert.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Applications will close at midnight on the closing date.

We will not be instructing recruitment agencies to support with this search, and any CV's received from recruitment agencies will be considered a gift.

Informal Enquiries

[e-mail], Talent Partner for Unit M.