Senior Communications Officer

London Metropolitan University; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK university is seeking a Senior Communications Officer passionate about internal communications and employee engagement. In this role, you will lead multi-channel campaigns, create engaging content, and actively contribute to a diverse and inclusive community. Essential qualifications include strong copywriting skills and experience in content strategy. If you're committed to promoting inclusivity and effective communication, consider applying before the closing date on 08 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experienced in internal communications or employee engagement.
• Proficient in copywriting and editing.
• Capable of managing projects across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-channel campaigns for the university.
• Create engaging content reflecting university values.
• Coordinate key communications projects.
• Manage intranet content for accuracy.

Skills

Internal communications experience

Content strategy

Strong copywriting skills

Project management

Collaborative and proactive

Job description

ABOUT US

Transforming lives through excellent education

London Met is an extraordinary institution. Equity and social inclusion have always been our driving principles, and it's what makes the University so unique. Our organisation is distinctive, both in its eclectic and diverse community of students and staff, and also for its historical role in serving some of London’s most deprived boroughs. Everything we do is underpinned by our philosophy that an individual should have the opportunity to transform their life through the power of education.

Equipping our students with the tools for their future is at the heart of our academic offering. We pride ourselves on providing our students with access to a wealth of opportunities and professions. Our graduates benefit personally, but also contribute their unique perspectives to society, culture, public service and the economy in all areas of London, the UK and around the world.

ABOUT THE POST

Are you passionate about internal communications, employee engagement, and creating inclusive content? We’re looking for a Senior Communications Officer to help shape impactful messaging for staff and students across our University.

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead multi-channel campaigns (intranet, newsletters, email, social media).
• Create clear, engaging content that reflects our values and strategic priorities.
• Coordinate communications projects for key university moments (Welcome, NSS, exams, wellbeing).
• Plan and manage intranet content for accuracy and accessibility.
• Use audience insights to improve engagement and impact.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in internal communications, content strategy, or employee engagement.
• Strong copywriting and editing skills.
• Ability to manage projects and campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Collaborative, proactive, and committed to inclusivity.

Join us and help build a connected, informed, and empowered community.

Closing date: 08 January 2026

Interviews due to be held on 22 and 23 January 2026.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please complete the online application in full, making sure you address the person specification criteria in your statement as this will enable us to make an informed shortlisting decision.
• All applicants are additionally asked to submit an equality and diversity statement of up to one page, articulating how you will contribute to making our University more inclusive and what they have previously done to advance equality.
• If you wish to attach any additional documents such as a CV you may do so (please follow the instructions). Please note that we do not accept a CV on its own as a job application.

FURTHER INFORMATION

• Job Description/Person Specification
• Terms and Conditions

Please note that successful candidates will be asked to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and to complete a health assessment before they start work. Offers of employment are also conditional on receipt of satisfactory references and proof of qualifications held.

At London Met we are building an institution aware of its purpose to drive not only individual social mobility but also broader community actualisation. We recognise that our diverse community is our greatest strength, and as such we strongly encourage applications from anyone who feels they are currently underrepresented within UK higher education. Read more about our diverse community and our commitments to inclusion and equality.

View the benefits of working at London Met on our Information for Applicants page.

If you have a query, or experience any difficulties with the application process, please contact us by email at: [e-mail] quoting the job ID number.