Content Executive

Content Executive (Corporate Communications) The University of Warwick offers a base pay range of £?? (please consult the official recruiter for details). About the Role This role is an exciting opportunity to join our award‑winning Internal Communications team. The team manages communications for our 13,000‑strong staff, helping colleagues understand what the University stands for and its vision for the future. You will gather information and stories from across the University, from gardeners and cleaners to academics, and then find the best ways to tell them through engaging copy, features, photo stories, infographics or short‑form video. You will help manage and develop our internal communications channels and platforms, and develop new approaches to better engage our staff audience. You will identify the success of communications and work to continuously improve them based on data and feedback. You will write and shape communications for a wider audience, from key stakeholders to the wider public, using our brand tone of voice and visual guidelines. You will work closely with colleagues within marketing, creative communications, student communications, brand, market research, media relations and social media teams, supporting both Corporate Communications and the wider Marketing, Communications, Insight and Student Recruitment department. To fulfil this role you will need to be available to work all or part of a Friday, as part of the four‑day week. About You You are great at making connections with colleagues at all levels, translating complex information into clear and relatable content. You have a keen eye for detail, pride in producing high‑quality content, and are accurate in spotting spelling and grammar mistakes. You have experience in staff communications within a complex organisation and strong copywriting and editing skills. You are an excellent storyteller with previous experience applying brand guidelines to both written and visual content. You possess excellent interpersonal skills, easily win the trust of colleagues, and encourage collaboration. You have experience in online communications across multiple channels. Experience in higher education is helpful, though not essential. You are a team player who is happy to provide cover and support for colleagues during busy periods or when they are away. For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the attached PDF. About the Department The Corporate Communications team sits within the Marketing, Communications and Insight team. It is responsible for promoting and protecting the reputation of the University, elevating and amplifying research, education, achievements and impact through compelling, creative, and consistent messaging and content. About the University The University of Warwick is a world‑leading research‑intensive university founded in 1965. It is ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK, with 92% of research rated world‑leading or internationally excellent. How to Apply Closing deadline: Wednesday 10th December 2025 at 23:55 (BST). Applications must be submitted via the official careers portal before the deadline. Your CV should include: Your education and employment history (including the most recent). Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular activities). Your cover letter should explain: Your motivations for applying to the role. Examples illustrating how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description. Interview date and start date are to be confirmed. What We Offer Comprehensive benefits including an attractive pension scheme. 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure. Generous parental/adoption leave policy. On‑site childcare facilities. Excellent learning and development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements. Living Wage employer. Our Commitment to Inclusion Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures and communities, and actively encourage candidates from under‑represented groups to apply. Safeguarding & DBS Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The University will not employ anyone subject to a barring order with children or adults. All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding. Rehabilitation of Ex‑Offenders The University will not discriminate against applicants who disclose a conviction. Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not hiring panels. Right to Work in the UK If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or require sponsorship, please follow the link that provides further information about obtaining the right to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr