Job Description

The University of Manchester has been making a difference in teaching, research and social responsibility since 1824. Having recently celebrated its 200th birthday, it is part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities and is ranked the 6th best university in the UK and 52nd overall in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (2024).


A truly international university, our community includes more than 44,000 students, 12,000 staff, and 550,000 alumni from 190 countries. We're also home to 26 Nobel Prize winners.


The University's Directorate of Communications, Marketing and Student Recruitment is currently seeking an exceptional Student Communications Manager. In this role, you will lead and direct our sector-leading Student Communications team to ensure the delivery of dynamic communications and campaigns to one of the UKs largest student communities. With student voice at the heart, you will make our University's narrative coherent, impactful and relevant to our students and oversee campaigns to elevate their student experience from their first registration, through to their final graduation.


As a leader of Professional Services at the University, you will embed locally and University-wide a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, placing the student experience at the heart of what you do. With a 'one team' vision, you'll work seamlessly across the University's many academic faculties and business areas plus alongside the University of Manchester Students' Union; to develop effective partnerships and plans in support the University's strategic aspirations - Manchester 2035.


This is a hybrid role based both on campus in Manchester and with some home working.


We invite any enquiries on the role after reviewing the further particulars, linked below.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16 September 2025.

What you will get in return:

The University offers a wide range of staff benefits, including many that are hard to find in the private sector;

Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities Learning and development opportunities Season ticket loans for public transport Cycle to Work Scheme Workplace nursery scheme Staff recognition schemes Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings Employee Volunteering Policy, offering three days paid leave each year to take part in volunteering activities of your choice

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.


Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here


Blended working arrangements may be considered


Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Kim Graakjaer

Email: kim.graakjaer@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004 https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.