Communications Officer – Social Media

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2023.

We were also named University of the Year for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023, being described by the editor as “regularly among the top-performing universities” and proving that “it is possible for a London-based institution to achieve outstanding levels of student satisfaction beyond other universities”.

• University status awarded in or after 1992

The Department

This post is part of UWL’s Communication team which plays a central role in delivering on the University’s strategic plan and meeting its marketing and Student recruitment objectives. The Team is part of the Marketing, Recruitment and Communications Department which also includes Events, Campaigns, Digital, Recruitment and Admissions Teams.

The Role

The post holder will report into the Head of Communications and work within our busy and fast-paced Marketing department. This is a demanding and interesting role for an ambitious Communications professional or a recent graduate with the requisite skills and enthusiasm. The role will combine content creation, asset creation, social media reporting and conventional media relations (if required). The Communications Officer (Social) - will play a key role in promoting a positive image of the University through a range of digital channels to support the delivery of the University business objectives.

The Communications Officer (Social Media) will have an excellent understanding of social media channels, and the skills needed to produce content tailored for a range of audiences. The Communications Officer (Social Media) will also work across other communications disciplines from time to time as necessary. They will principally undertake the following:

• Devise and produce content for the University’s centrally managed social media channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Tik Tok, Twitter and YouTube) and engagement with key audiences on these channels.

• Monitor, analyse and report on channel performance

• Work collaboratively with stakeholders from across the University to promote the University’s message, mission and goals to various audiences.

The Person

You will have a degree or equivalent qualification and experience of working in digital communications.

Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of UWL key social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and Tik Tok).

Excellent copywriting, grammar and spelling skills.

Experience of engaging with a range of stakeholders on digital and social media communications.

Knowledge of Adobe and Canva (desirable)

How to Apply

To apply click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill out the application form. Further information about the application process can be found here: https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk if you need any assistance with the application process.

Interviews are expected to be held in the 2nd or 3rd week of June.

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Andrea Moran, Head of Marketing, Recruitment and Communications. Andrea.moran@uwl.ac.uk

Additional Information

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

Our department/school is under-represented in terms of staff from BAME (Black, Asian and minority ethnic) backgrounds, of LGBT+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer as well as a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

This post is not available for UWL students.

Previous applicants for this post need not apply again.

This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.