Media Relations Manager, Business School

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours

Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Closing date: 02 April 2024.

Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date.

Expected Interview date: To be confirmed

Expected start date: As soon as possible

The University of Sussex is looking to recruit a Media Relations Manager to work within the central media relations team to promote the research and expertise of the university’s world class Business School.

The media relations team promotes the University’s research, its positive impact in the world and the vibrant individuals which make up its campus community. 

As a Media Relations Manager, you’ll step into an exciting, fast-paced role promoting research which aims to tackle some of society’s most pressing issues.

Collaborating and working closely with our Business School, you’ll operate as a true strategic partner to our world-class faculty, securing widespread coverage of the University of Sussex Business School’s acclaimed experts and their research across a variety of broadcast, print and digital platforms.

This is a high-profile opportunity to position leading thought leaders driving real-world solutions in a range of topics and subject areas, including but not limited to:

• Fuel poverty
• Global economics
• International trade
• Climate innovation
• The future of work

You’ll need to employ multiple tactics to position relevant commentary amid breaking news and developments, positioning our academics as subject matter experts within the media landscape. You’ll need to be adept at developing engaging press releases which convey complex findings clearly.

The role will also include developing stories using a variety of communications tactics and considering how to use central social media platforms to reach multiple audiences.

While interest in sustainability, climate, energy, and trade domains is helpful, your communications talents are what matters most. We’re looking for a confident self-starter who builds relationships quickly and has a keen eye for a story.

The successful candidate will also:

• Strategically develop integrated media plans aligned to institutional goals
• Help researchers enhance their personal brands and reputations
• Carefully manage sensitive media situations
• React to the fast-moving news cycle with finesse
• Have a collegiate approach to team working, and support various central press office functions and rotas

Core working hours are from 9am - 5:30pm, with hybrid remote/onsite work. Occasional out-of-office and weekend commitments as required according to press office need.

About our Division

The CMA division is vital in contributing towards the success of Sussex. We work closely in partnership our academic schools and other learning institutions in the UK, and, Internationally to attract the very best students we can. Our ideas matter, that is why we work and advise on Institutional Growth Strategies to support the University in achieving positive outcomes. The life-long relationships with our global alumni and friends enable many of the gifts which allow Sussex’s research to flourish.

Why work here…

Our University is situated just off of the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are easily accessible by public transport; a 5-minute walk from the train station and bus stops within the campus. We have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to cycle to work with our offering of a cycle to work scheme. 

Please contact Stephanie Allen at s.l.allen@sussex.ac.uk for informal enquiries.

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