Campus Transformation Communications and Engagement Manager

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

The Estates and Facilities Directorate at the University of East London (UEL) plays a critical role in supporting the university’s strategic objectives by delivering a range of essential services. These include strategic estate planning, campus facilities management and maintenance, security, sustainability initiatives, print services, capital investment, and space management. The directorate ensures that UEL’s physical infrastructure supports both the academic and operational needs of the university, maintaining a safe, functional, and sustainable environment across all campuses. 

The Estates and Facilities team works closely with key Delivery Partners and professional services within UEL, including HR, Procurement, Finance, Strategic Development & Delivery, IT, and Health & Safety. This collaborative approach ensures that all estate-related services are aligned with the university’s wider goals, enabling effective decision-making and the running of the estate. Together, these partnerships support the ongoing enhancement of UEL’s estate, helping to provide a fit for the future environment for students, staff, and visitors. 

About the Job

Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for storytelling and stakeholder engagement? The University of East London (UEL) is seeking an experienced Communications and Engagement Manager to lead the Connected Campus communications strategy, ensuring our ambitious capital works programme is clearly communicated to staff, students, and external stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to shape the messaging around our estate transformation, driving engagement and delivering compelling multi-channel content that informs and inspires. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working with diverse stakeholders, and excel in delivering impactful communication strategies, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Developing and implementing a comprehensive communications and engagement strategy for capital works projects.Creating compelling content across multiple channels, including digital platforms, newsletters, and social media.Leading stakeholder engagement with students, staff, contractors, and external partners.Managing public communications, including website updates, signage, and outreach events.Tracking and reporting on communications effectiveness using key performance indicators (KPIs).Acting as a spokesperson for the Connected Campus programme at key events and meetings. 

About You

The ideal candidate is a proactive and strategic communications professional with experience in delivering high-impact messaging in complex organisations. You have a proven track record of managing multi-channel communication strategies, engaging a diverse range of stakeholders, and crafting compelling content that resonates with different audiences. Your ability to translate technical information into accessible and engaging messaging makes you a key asset in supporting major infrastructure projects. With strong stakeholder management skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines, you will thrive in this fast-moving and high-profile role. If you are ready to drive impactful communications and be at the heart of a transformative project, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, including: zero gender pay gap, members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today!

 

 

Closing Date: 17 Apr 2025

Team: Support - UELPS Ltd

Salary: £45,829 to £50,893 per annum inclusive of London Weighting