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SalaryMedia Relations Manager
University of Sussex
£37,099 to £44,263 per annum, pro rata if part-time
Part-time, Permanent
Brighton, United Kingdom
REF: 21683
About the role
The University of Sussex is looking to recruit a Media Relations Manager to work part-time within the Media Relations team. The team promotes the University’s world-leading research, its positive impact in the world and the vibrant individuals who make up its campus community.
This is a dynamic role that will see the post-holder working proactively to secure media coverage on planned campaigns, as well as swiftly spot opportunities to place comments by academic experts on breaking news stories. The role also requires the ability to handle sensitive media stories with care.
The post-holder will be responsible for promoting a group of the University’s academic schools and Centres of Excellence through media coverage and will be required to develop stories using a variety of communications tactics, including collaborating with our social media team to develop online content.
About you
The ideal candidate will be an experienced communications practitioner with a strong eye for a news story and top media handling skills. They will have a collegiate approach to team working.
They will thrive on turning complex subject matters into engaging copy and content and have strong communication skills and journalist contacts. An ability to work collaboratively with others within the team and wider organisation is critical.
About our division
The Communications, Marketing and Advancement (CMA) division is vital to the success of Sussex. We work closely in partnership with our academic schools and other UK and international learning institutions to attract the best students we can. Our ideas matter, and we work and advise on Institutional Growth Strategies to support the university in achieving positive outcomes. The life-long relationships with our global alumni and friends enable many of the gifts which allow Sussex’s research to flourish.
Further information can be found here: Communications, Marketing and Advancement : Professional Services : Schools and services : University of Sussex
Why work here…
Our 150-acre campus is situated just off of the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs. We are easily accessible by public transport; a 5-minute walk from the train station and bus stops within the campus. We have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to cycle to work with our offering of a cycle-to-work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, research-led international university, which is possible only because of the people working there. Whether you are a faculty member or a member of a professional services team, it’s our people who make us great, and we want you to be part of that.
The benefits that you will receive from day one include:
- Generous pension scheme.
- Annual Leave Purchasing Scheme for a great home and work-life balance
- Staff discounts include public transport, a cycle-to-work scheme, and special rates for hotels in Brighton and the Sussex region.
- Discounts are available for high-street shops through our Rewards partner, along with a cashback Health Plan.
- Considerable discount on our on-site gym facilities
Please contact Stephanie Allen at s.l.allen@sussex.ac.uk for informal enquiries
Job Description
Job_description_and_Person_specification_Ref_21683.pdf
Closing Date: Tuesday 2nd April 2024, 11:59 PM
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The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Please note: The University requires that work undertaken by the University be performed in the UK.
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