Job number SUPP106216
Division/School External Relations
Contract type Open Ended
Working pattern Full time
Salary Competitive Salary Plus Benefits
Closing date for applications 12-Jul-2020

This is an exciting opportunity to lead on the strategic development of new marketing and communications strategies that support the advancement of the University of Bristol’s global reputation as a world-leader in teaching, research, student experience and civic engagement.

Reporting to the Director of External Relations, you will be responsible for leading a diverse and talented team to create integrated domestic and international campaigns; driving high impact activity powered by data and insight, and delivering powerful internal and external engagement that deliver the University’s strategic objectives. You will own the development and delivery of the brand strategy, as well as defining the fully integrated marketing communications strategy both for internal colleagues and external audiences across all channels and platforms.

You will work closely with senior University leaders to deliver impactful messages and engagement with our diverse stakeholders. In an increasingly competitive market, you will lead the department to the next level of impact and influence, shaping and developing the University’s reputation and profile through truly integrated, data-driven and evidence-based marketing and communications – critical to achieving our global ambitions.

With proven experience in strategic marketing and communications and with substantial successful experience gained at a senior level, your ability to work collaboratively and lead across functions within the University to support the development and implementation of strategic communication requirements will be essential. In addition, you will also have experience in effectively managing complex political issues and delivering effective communications in a highly sensitive, confidential, cross-cultural and political environment.

For more information or to discuss your application on an informal basis please contact Alicia O’Grady, Director External Relations at pa-externalrelations@bristol.ac.uk.

To apply, please click on the "Apply for job" button. Applicants should attach a curriculum vitae with a covering letter setting out their interest in the role and details of how they feel they match the required criteria. The CV and covering letter should be attached as one document in the “Upload documents” section.

The closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday 12th July 2020.

It is anticipated that interviews will take place via video call on Thursday 23rd July 2020.

We welcome applications from all members of our community and are particularly encouraging those from diverse groups, such as members of the LGBT+ and BAME communities, to join us.