Design and Content Officer

SALARY & HOURS: £33,837 pa. Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 17:00 hrs. Fixed-term until 26 November 2027.

About The University of Buckingham

The University of Buckingham is marking half a century of educational innovation, academic excellence and independent thought in its historic 50th anniversary year.

The University is an established international institution, educating students from across the UK and around the world, as well as contributing significantly to the cultural and economic life of Buckingham and the surrounding area.

Buckingham has a history of innovation. From the pioneering accelerated degree model which saves students time and money, to a demonstrated history of inspiring and empowering graduates to achieve the extraordinary with the mantra of students being a name, never a number – the University is looking to the future as it enters its second half-century. The University of Buckingham remains proudly independent, committed to small-group teaching, academic freedom and the belief that higher education works best when students are known, challenged, and supported as individuals.

About the role

Join The University of Buckingham at a landmark moment in its history as we celebrate 50 years of innovation, independence and academic excellence. This is a rare opportunity to shape the visual identity of a proudly independent university with a global outlook and a bold future.

As Design and Content Officer, you’ll lead the creation of striking, high-impact design and content across print, digital, social and video, bringing our brand to life for audiences in the UK and around the world. From flagship prospectuses and national campaigns to on-campus signage and social media, your work will sit at the heart of how the University tells its story.

You’ll be the guardian of our brand, a creative partner to colleagues across the institution, and a hands-on designer who thrives on variety, pace and ambition. If you love turning ideas into beautifully crafted visual experiences that inspire, engage and convert - this role is for you.

What can we offer you?

• We might be small, but we can still offer plenty of perks! In addition to an Aviva Pension scheme, we offer:
• Beautiful working environments across our campuses with plenty of space
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Christmas closure
• On-site gym and exercise classes
• On-site catering facilities
• University bookshop with staff discount
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent opportunities to network and continue learning across a variety of departments
• Discount of courses for staff and their families

The closing date for applications is Friday 5 June 2026, and it is anticipated that interviews will be held the week starting Monday 15 June 2026.

Please note: if successful, any offer is subject to standard checks, including qualifications, eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis and DBS (if applicable)
For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://www.buckingham.ac.uk/about/hr/ 

Please apply via the ‘Apply’ button above.

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