Head of Marketing and Communications

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
The Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to drive marketing, communications and student recruitment across the Faculty. You will lead a specialist team, work closely with academic and professional partners, and play a pivotal role in promoting our research strengths, meeting recruitment targets and enhancing the Faculty's reputation.

You will have substantial experience of working across marketing and communications activities and with extensive knowledge of developing, implementing and evaluating evidence-based marketing, communications and student recruitment strategies for a wide range of audiences.

This role is full-time, fixed-term until 31 December 2027. Interviews will be held Friday 6th February. For informal enquiries about the role please contact Laura Johnson, Deputy Director of Faculty Operations, laura.johnson@ncl.ac.uk.

We currently operate a blended working model with the majority of time spent on campus. The hiring manager will discuss the requirements of the role, should you be invited to interview.

To apply, please attach your CV and a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria for the position, as outlined in the Person Specification of the Job Description (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button). Any requested additional documents required as part of your application, should be included within the same file as your cover letter. The total file size must not exceed 10MB.

Qualifications
(Essential)

• Qualified to Degree level or equivalent.

(Desirable)

• Professional marketing qualification (Desirable).

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