Job Description

Job title: Web Content Editor (INTERNAL ONLY)

Department:

Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract until 20th February 2026

Grade: 7

Salary:

43,297.57 to 50,562.57 per annum (Incl. of London Allowance)

Location: Bloomsbury

Hours: 35

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

About the Department:

The Department of Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions (MSRA) delivers a professional and responsive service to the University to ensure that student number targets are met and exceeded through the recruitment of well-qualified applicants. This includes development and delivery of exciting marketing campaigns to communicate the values of SOAS and the benefits of studying here, and in-person recruitment across UK, EU and International markets to programmes delivered on-campus, via distance and online learning, and through our partnerships overseas.


The Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions team will work particularly closely with central professional services including Advancement, Partnerships, Registry, SEER, IT, Legal and Governance, Estates and all the Departmental teams.

About the

Role


SOAS University of London is looking to appoint an experienced Web Content Editor to join the Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions team. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Marketing, the post is key to ensuring the University website is simplified, consolidated and standardised to improve user experience.


The post-holder will help maintain, proactively monitor, and seek new ways to improve and optimise the university website. You will be responsible for using web analytics tools to help improve user journeys and inform content and web strategy decisions.


You will have the knowledge and skills to develop information architectures and content management strategies to ensure University information is effectively communicated to all audiences. An understanding of accessibility requirements and search engine optimisation is essential.


You will have experience of writing, editing, and creating impactful web copy.


You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website.

How to Apply:

Professional Services - Please complete the online application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement

Closing date: 7th August 2025

Interviews to be held: TBC

Further information


If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact HR Contact Form | SOAS


'Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006'. for the duration of their contract


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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, Black, Asian, other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups from within the UK and beyond. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.