Communications and Engagement Manager

*Interviews to be held w/c 26th January 2026*.

This is a fixed-term position to complete specific time limited work. 

This role will be based on the university campus with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner.   We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Communications and Engagement Manager to support the delivery of the University of Leeds’ ambitious transformational change Corporate Systems and Processes (CPS) programme. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in delivering a large complex programme which is a key element of the One Leeds strategy.

You will work as part of a team to support stakeholder and audience identification, with a requirement to create robust communications plans, craft simple messaging and deliver communications campaigns to ensure the programme is widely understood and actively supported, across the University.

You will have proven experience in designing and leading stakeholder engagement, campaign delivery, and communications. You will have strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, with experience of being able to prioritise competing demands accordingly. You will also have experience in planning and executing events, both in-person and online.

Corporate Processes and Systems (CPS) programme is a key commitment in the One Leeds Mid-term Strategy Review. It will deliver new modern systems and simplified, standardised processes across our finance, procurement and people & culture activity, and enable greater collaboration across the organisation. For our colleagues, they can expect to enjoy simpler processes, better data/information and less manual processing of routine tasks.

Visa Eligibility

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

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 options plus life assurance 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 & Professional Learning team. Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. 

And much more!   

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:  

Caroline Metcalfe, CPS Programme People Lead

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 18 Jan 2026

Section: Professional & Managerial

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum