Communications & Alumni Engagement Officer

Salary

£32,080 - £34,610 per annum

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full-Time

Job category/type

Fixed Term - Full-Time

Job reference

REC

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.

Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

We're seeking an experienced communications professional to join the Corporate Communications and PR Team as Communications and Alumni Engagement Officer.

Working with colleagues in the Recruitment, Marketing & Communications department, and across the University, you will deliver a broad range of communications activity with a key focus on supporting delivery of our Alumni engagement strategy for our global Alumni community. You will have the opportunity to support other communications activities delivered within the department.

This is a varied role ideal for someone driven to deliver engaging audience focused content across a range of channels. You'll possess strong content creation skills, including copy development, design and delivery of newsletters, social media and web content. Being organised is vital as well as being equally comfortable working on your own and as part of team of fellow communication professionals.

The role is office based but hybrid working is available for two days a week. On occasion you will be required to support for major University events which will require work out of hours e.g. weekends (notice will be provided).

The role is full-time but the department may offer reduced hours for the right candidate.

The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 19 November 2025.

This appointment is a fixed term contract for 12 months (or the earlier return of the substantive post holder) to cover a period of maternity leave.

For internal candidates it may be possible to apply for this role under the Secondment Policy . If you wish to apply as a secondee, you must have approval of your line manager in advance of submitting your application form. Please confirm in your application that your line manager has approved this.

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don't stop there - click 'apply' for further information on My Reward and Benefits

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.