Job Description

Ref Number

B23-00151

Professional Expertise

Administration and Business Support

Department

Vice-President (External Engagement) (B23)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

43,981-52,586

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

Hybrid

Available for Secondment

Yes

Closing Date

23-Sep-2025

About us

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UCL is a radically different university. Founded in 1826 in the heart of London, we were the first university in England to welcome students of any religion and the first to welcome women to university education. Today UCL has over 50,000 students and 16,000 staff and is one of the world's top 10 universities.



The department of the Vice President External Engagement coordinates UCL's engagement with a range of audiences, raising the university's profile and influence, and managing its reputation. It promotes the public value of UCL's research and partnerships to the future of Britain and globally. It is a service-driven function made up of communications and marketing professionals who deliver sector-leading media relations, public affairs, institutional communications, brand and integrated marketing, student recruitment, and events.

About the role

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Working closely with Communications Managers, you will help shape key messages and themes that align with UCL's strategy, coordinating communications across Faculties and Vice Provosts' Offices, and support the development of UCL's Research Domains and Health Strategy. You will also take responsibility for keeping UCL webpages up to date, managing internal communications via email marketing platforms, and working with external designers and agencies to produce compelling digital and print content.



Alongside content creation, you will regularly review and analyse the performance of communications channels and campaigns, using data insights to suggest improvements. Collaboration will be at the heart of your work, whether you are supporting colleagues across the External Engagement portfolio, contributing to events communications, or participating in graduation ceremonies and Open Days as part of the wider team.



This role offers the chance to bring fresh ideas, embrace innovation and help UCL continually improve how we communicate and engage with our diverse community. By developing inclusive communications that reflect the voices across UCL, you will play an important part in strengthening connections across the university.


Please note, this is a fixed-term post covering a career break, available with an

immediate start until 01 Feb 2026. Please apply with your CV and application supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and/or desirable criteria as listed on the attached job description.

Please note this role is available on a hybrid basis (2-ays onsite) out of our Bidborough House office in London King Cross/St Pancras.



Job Ref: B23-00151



Closing Date: 23-09-2025 - 23:59 (UK time)

About you

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We're looking for someone with proven experience in strategic communications, able to take projects and campaigns from concept through to delivery. You'll have a track record of developing and delivering communications for different audiences, producing both digital content and printed materials, and ideally experience of using tools such as Dotdigital, Microsoft Dynamics or other email marketing systems.



Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to a range of audiences, alongside excellent writing and editing skills with a sharp eye for detail. You'll be confident working independently as well as collaboratively, able to manage multiple priorities under pressure, and consistently meet deadlines while maintaining high standards.



We are also looking for someone who can develop inclusive communications that reflect and engage UCL's diverse community, take initiative and bring fresh ideas, and who is comfortable working with content management systems such as Drupal. Strong analytical skills, and the ability to present complex data in a clear, accessible way to stakeholders, will be key to your success in this role.

What we offer

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As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:


41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Immigration loan Relocation scheme for certain posts On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.



We particularly encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in UCL's workforce, including those from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and - for Grade 9 and 10 roles - women.



Read more: UCL Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.



Applicants should also familiarise themselves with UCL's policies on Prevention of Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct and Personal Relationships.