Social Media Officer

University of East London; London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking university in London is seeking a creative Social Media Officer to enhance its online presence. The candidate will manage a trend-aware content calendar and create standout visual content across multiple platforms. Successful applicants will have strong video and creative skills, experience within complex organizations, and a passion for authentic storytelling. This role offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Outstanding work environment

Inclusive culture

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Previous experience in social media content creation.
• Ability to manage a content calendar.
• Proficient in live coverage of events.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage engaging social media content.
• Collaborate across teams to craft meaningful stories.
• Use analytics to inform social media strategies.

Skills

Strong video skills

Creative skills

Experience in a large organization

Confidence across multiple platforms

Knowledge of tools like Sprout and Canva

People-first storytelling

Job description

Location

Docklands Campus

Salary

£34,963 to £38,290 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type

Full Time

Post Type

Permanent

Closing Date

Monday 25 August 2025

Reference

1184-25-PS

If you live and breathe social media, spot trends before they happen, and know how to tell real stories that connect with real people, this one’s for you.

A forward-thinking university in London is seeking a creative, proactive, and visually driven Social Media Officer to join its growing communications team.

About Us

At UEL, we’re on a mission to transform lives through education, supporting our vibrant and diverse student community and building a future-facing institution rooted in innovation and inclusion. Our External Relations Directorate brings together a range of specialist teams—communications, marketing, student recruitment, digital, and more—all working together to drive our Vision 2028 forward.

Our dynamic, award-winning External Relations Directorate is a creative, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You’ll be at the heart of crafting standout campaigns, creating fresh content across platforms (social / print / digital), and bringing the UEL brand to life for thousands of future students.

About The Role

You’ll take a leading role in creating content that stops the scroll, from bold TikToks and Reels to behind-the-scenes student moments and major events.

You’ll work across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, and more to build an authentic, engaging brand presence.

What You’ll Do

• Own a packed, trend-aware content calendar
• Create standout visual content
• Collaborate across teams to tell meaningful stories
• Use insights + analytics to shape your work
• Cover events live and bring the energy online
• Support others in social best practices
  
  

About You

We’re looking for a Social Media Officer who knows how to grab attention, spark curiosity, and create diverse content that truly connects to our key audiences.

You’ll Fit Right In If You Have

• Strong video, editing and creative skills
• Experience in a large/complex organisation (ideally)
• Confidence across multiple platforms
• Knowledge of tools like Sprout, Canva
• Passion for authentic, people-first storytelling
• Great with people
  
  

This is a unique opportunity to take real impact at a values-driven, inclusive institution shaping the future of education and careers.

Sounds like your kind of gig. We’d love to hear from you.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and is proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion achievements, including a zero gender pay gap, membership in Stonewall, and winning Athena Swan awards. We expect all UEL employees to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a University that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Further Details

Job Description & Person Specification

To contact the recruitment team please phone [phone] x 4600 or e-mail [e-mail]

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.