Communications and Engagement Manager

We are expanding our Marketing, Recruitment and Communications team and are looking for a skilled communications professional to lead on the delivery of top quality, creative and engaging content for the School of Engineering. 

The Opportunity:

This is a new role and presents an exciting time to join our team to build and support the School’s strategic priorities for engaging and communicating with our varied audiences.

The role requires creative flair, strong organisation skills and an ability to influence colleagues at all levels. You will devise and implement a communications plan and manage and evaluate multi-channel communications to foster a positive School identity both internally and externally.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Specialist communication skills, including responding to complex and challenging issues.
• Experience of planning, delivering and monitoring campaigns to build a positive image.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including collaborative working, influencing and negotiating.
• Organisational skills and ability to motivate others.
• Good working knowledge of up-to-date digital communications tools.
• Relevant experience within an Engineering or STEM related field.

The post holder will be part of the School of Engineering and will work closely with colleagues across the College of Science and Engineering and wider University.

The post holder has the option to work full time in the office at King’s Buildings, Edinburgh or work in a hybrid working style, with a minimum of three days on campus per week expected. The needs of the role, team and individual will be considered when agreeing working arrangements.

Please submit a covering letter and CV as part of the application process.

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