Job Description

St Cross is one of eight colleges within the University of Oxford dedicated to postgraduate students. Situated on St Giles' in heart of the city, it boasts picturesque quadrangles secluded from the busy streets outside. The international character of the community, the extraordinary range of subjects studied and the intellectual curiosity of our committed graduate students and Fellowship makes for a highly stimulating environment.

St Cross is looking to recruit a Senior Engagement Manager who would hold principal accountability for the promotion of the College's reputation and profile. The purpose is to develop the image of the College as a community which offers a stimulating intellectual environment with a distinctive and inclusive programme of enjoyable events and to burnish its identity in line with its distinguishing characteristics. Guardian of the public-facing image of the College, the role includes strategic ownership of the College website, branding, events programme and communications.


Key to the role is liaison with senior College staff and Fellows, drawing on their expertise to develop interdisciplinary programmes.

The successful candidate will have experience in developing events or in marketing and communications and be comfortable in engaging with senior academics to discuss opportunities to develop academic programmes. Previous line management experience and a marketing qualification is desirable but not essential.

Application Process

Please do read the recruitment information pack in full before writing your application. We would like you to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is

12 Noon on Tuesday 29th July 2025.

Fist stage interviews will be on online on Tuesday 5th August and second interviews will take place in person on 11th August 2025.

St Cross College is an equal opportunities employer.