Job Description

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Location

Brighton, UK###

Hours

Full-time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (36.5 hours) Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).###

Salary

Grade 5 starting at 29,959 to 34,132 per annum, pro rata if part time.###

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract
About the role



Imagine yourself at the heart of the University of Sussex Business School's Communications Team, where your creativity and strategic thinking will shape our digital presence. As a Content Officer, you'll be the go-to expert for crafting compelling content that engages a diverse audience, from prospective students to industry partners.

You'll collaborate closely with our Business School Marcomms group, central University comms teams and key stakeholders, ensuring our web content is engaging and search engine friendly. You'll make sure our web pages work in tandem with high-quality digital and social media campaigns. Your role will involve writing captivating news articles, blogs, and feature stories, as well as designing eye-catching webpage content.

In this dynamic environment, you'll manage multiple projects, proactively identifying and developing stories that resonate globally with our Business School audiences. Your insights will help us stay ahead of digital engagement trends, and your work will directly contribute to enhancing our brand and online presence.

If you're passionate about digital content and eager to make a tangible impact, this role is perfect for you. Join us and be part of a team that's driving innovation and excellence in business education.

About you



Are you a creative and proactive digital content enthusiast ready to make a significant impact? We are seeking someone with a passion for storytelling and a knack for creating engaging digital content.

Your experience in web content management, HTML and SEO is complemented by your ability to write captivating copy for diverse audiences. With a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of brand identity and values, you are committed to maintaining high standards across all digital platforms. Tools like Google Analytics are second nature to you, and you use them to keep our content competitive and engaging.

You have a talent for spotting potential stories and developing them into compelling content that resonates with our audience. Your proactive approach ensures that our communications are always fresh and relevant.

Communication is your strength. You build rapport quickly and communicate clearly with team members, managers, and stakeholders. Your interpersonal skills enable you to work flexibly within a small team and independently, always with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

You excel at managing your own workload while being a supportive team player. Your organisational skills are top-notch, allowing you to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines with ease - without compromising on quality. You thrive in dynamic environments and are always ready to adapt and innovate.

About our Faculty



As a pioneering research-driven and interdisciplinary Faculty, the University of Sussex Business School offers an inspiring and supportive environment for impactful business and management research and scholarship. Our five dynamic Departments--Accounting and Finance, Strategy and Marketing, Management, Economics, and the renowned Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU)--are dedicated to advancing academic excellence and practical insights to inform policy and drive responsible business solutions.

With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, the School shapes the future of business education, producing research and scholarship and graduates that make a difference in the UK and globally. By joining us, you will be part of a distinctive, future-focused community influencing real-world practices and promoting sustainable development.

Why work here



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

Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it's our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.

Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion

Further Key Information



Please contact Serena Mitchell (s.c.mitchell@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.


Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role may be eligible for sponsorship. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship. Please be aware that any role graded below 5.3 or 30,960 per annum will not be eligible sponsorship.###


June 22, 2025 5:59 PM###

Expected Interview Date

Either Week Commencing 30 June or 07 July 2025###

Expected Start Date

As Soon As Possible###

Fixed Term Contract Duration

Fixed Term until 31 January 2026