Communications Manager – Salford Business School (maternity cover)

Within the Marketing, Recruitment & External Relations (MRER) Directorate, the Communications Team is responsible for supporting the delivery of the University’s strategy and branding, focusing on enhancing its national and international profile for research and expertise, industry partnerships and work-ready graduates, and communicating to its own staff.

We are currently seeking a Communications Manager to cover a 12-month fixed term period of maternity leave. The Communications Manager will be responsible for protecting and promoting the reputation and profile of Salford Business School, and of the University regionally, nationally and internationally. Working with colleagues from across the University, the Communications Manager will be responsible for the design and development of Media and PR strategies which support the school and key research areas. This role also covers internal communications, using internal channels to celebrate success, engage with colleagues and deliver key messages about the University’s strategic objectives.  

The Communications team plays a pivotal role in protecting the strategic aims of the University, including its research excellence, student recruitment, and internal development and engagement, as well as promoting and protecting the University’s reputation.    

The Communications Manager will report to the Senior Communications Manager and will be part of a Communications team within the Marketing, Recruitment and External Relations (MRER) Directorate.

What’s in it for you? – the benefits

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave - plus the option to buy additional holiday days
• Flexible working - we support a culture of both flexible and agile working, to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives
• The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support –dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships
• Sustainable Salford - We embed sustainability in all aspects of university life and have a commitment to becoming NetZero Carbon by 2038
• Greater Manchester - Live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyle choices.
• Our Peel Park campus is unique and offers lots of green spaces. Our MediaCity campus is at the heart of one of the country's leading digital and media hubs
• Team Salford - By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support

However you identify, whatever your journey has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong!

To apply for this role please attach a copy of your CV as well as a covering letter detailing how you meet the essential criteria