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We are hiring! Become our new Communications Lead

updated on 03 Feb 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Communications Lead to shape and deliver our strategic communications. The role will be responsible for planning and implementing approaches to ensure NCCPE communications activity reflects our vision and values, and that it is always developing in line with sector and business needs. 

You will have delivery oversight of existing NCCPE communications channels, and will develop, curate and commission content that maximises project and services opportunities. You will procure and manage relationships with external contractors, and provide advice and support to the wider team in their communications activity. 

This will be varied and interesting role, so come and join our friendly, busy team based at 4, Portwall Place in central Bristol – and help unlock the potential of universities to make a positive difference to society. 

 

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You will have experience of leading and implementing communications strategies at an organisational level. You will be skilled in creating complex communication plans that reach diverse audiences. You will be experienced in using metrics and web analytics to report and measure the success of communication campaigns, and use these to develop your approaches. 

As well as a good knowledge of a range of communications channels, you will have excellent copywriting skills and experience of curating digital communications and media assets. You will have proven IT and time management skills, and the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload in a busy work environment. If you have additional experience of producing video and audio content or an understanding of public engagement, this would be an advantage. 

The closing date for this role is 17 February. Online interviews will be on the 2 March with in person interviews on the 9 March