We’re looking for an experienced internal communications professional, who is creative, collaborative and passionate about engaging people through clear and compelling storytelling. You’ll help colleagues stay informed, motivated and connected to our strategic priorities, romoting a great culture across our campus . You’ll be a confident content creator, able to turn complex information into engaging messages across digital and social channels, including video and multimedia. Working closely with teams across the University, you’ll build strong relationships, share stories and develop innovative ways to reach diverse audiences. You’ll be proactive and adaptable, with a passion for inclusive, consistent and high-quality communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Communication of key messages across the organisation, drafting concise and accurate copy, finding interesting ways to engage audiences, and preparing communications materials that make complex business situations understandable.
• Contribute to suggestions for the development and promotion of new communications mechanisms (including the staff channel, staff podcast, daily and weekly news bulletins, targeted emails etc.) and ensure that they are addressing the needs of employees.
• Consider new and innovative ways to prepare and share exciting comms for a range of social media channels including LinkedIn and Instagram.
Work to establish collaborative networks between the schools and professional services teams to share information, good news stories and ideas across the campus.

About the School or About the Department

The Directorate of Marketing, Recruitment & External Relations is responsible for the core range of activities that promote and engage with the University’s external environment and stakeholders. Bringing together the areas of Marketing & Communications, External Relations and Recruitment the Directorate is responsible for the strategic planning and operational delivery of key activities that support the University’s ambitions for growth, diversity, increased profile and that gives greater engagement with our friends to support that ambition both in kind and through philanthropic support.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships