Digital Communications Assistant

This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. 

The University’s Communications team plays a vital role in promoting and managing the profile of the University. We need a highly motivated individual, with excellent copywriting skills and attention to detail, to work across our busy office to support the University’s presence online. You will need to be organised, be able to handle competing deadlines calmly and effectively under pressure. You will need to have a creative mind and be able to demonstrate experience when creating dynamic content for visual channels like TikTok and Instagram. This role work with colleagues from across the communications and engagement department, including colleagues in student communications, internal communications, media relations and design.

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role is not suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants.  Information on other visa options is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

What we offer in return:

• 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Name Caitlin Sambrook, Digital Communications Manager (Social)

Email: C.Sambrook@leeds.ac.uk