Deputy Director of Communications and Engagement
1 month ago
Are you ready to shape the delivery of a leading Russell Group university’s communication strategy?
In a competitive sector and a challenging communications environment, it is crucial to build and maintain the University of Leeds’ reputation through compelling communications and engagement with global news and digital media, our 10,000 staff, 38,000 students, and key stakeholders at regional, national, and global levels.
Your Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership: Develop and implement strategic communications plans, fostering innovation and designing collaborative ways of working to drive integrated communications. Crisis Management: Lead operational communications during crises, providing strategic advice to ensure quick recovery and business continuity. Public Affairs: Manage our relationships with key political and policy influencers, coordinating engagement at local, regional, and national levels. Project Leadership: Lead strategic communications projects and advise senior University leaders, including Executive Deans of Faculty. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure our communications efforts support the University Strategy, driving leadership, change, and innovation.What We’re Looking For:
Relevant post-graduate qualification or equivalent experience. Proven experience in leading, developing, and motivating large communications teams and managing corporate budgets and resources. Senior-level experience in developing and implementing communications strategies, with credibility at Board level in large, complex organisations. Success in leading multiple teams across internal communications, staff engagement, external communications, public affairs, crisis management, digital/social media, and brand development. Strong political, environmental, and cultural awareness with the ability to influence politicians and policymakers.Join us in making a difference. Apply now to become a key player in driving the University of Leeds’s communications and engagement to new heights.
What we offer in return:
26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – the University contributes 21.6% of salary. Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development and Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies. Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.And much more
For queries about the application process, please contact:
Kate Bennett, Head of Operations and Strategic Communications Planning
Email k.bennett@leeds.ac.uk
For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact:
Tim Watkinson, Director of Communications and Engagement
Email: t.d.watkinson@leeds.ac.uk
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a final assessment consisting of a timed written exercise and panel interview including a brief presentation.
Closing date: 8 September 2024.
Interviews are expected to be held w/c 30 September 2024.
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