Interim Head of Brand and Strategic Communications (Fixed term position to 30 September 2024)

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Marketing, Communications & Recruitment
Location:  Newport, Shropshire TF10 8NB
Salary:  £49,794 to £56,021 per annum
The point of entry will be dependent upon relevant qualifications and experience.
Post Type:  Full Time
Closing Date:  Monday 08 January 2024
Reference:  IR-1339

We are looking for an interim Head of Brand and Strategic Communications to lead our passionate and forward-thinking brand and strategic communications team. Reporting to the Chief Global Impact Office and as a Senior Manager within the Global Impact division you will support the team in their continuing transition to be a high-performing, progressive, professional group, benchmarked as best in class against similar functions in HE and more widely.  Global Impact is a central division overseeing stakeholder engagement, brand, and reputation management, locally, nationally and globally.  It is formed of three teams: Brand and Strategic Communications; Student Recruitment and Events: and Higher Horizons (a collaboration with partner universities in the locality to increase future participation in higher education).  The principal purpose of Global Impact is to present an authentic and compelling narrative of its work which provides a motivation for stakeholders to join or partner with the University to contribute to its success.  

Through the recent publication of the University’s 2030 Strategy “Together, We Will Make The Difference”, Harper Adams University has set out ambitious plans to transform its brand and connect with communities’ way beyond its current reach and influence.  

Whether through the opening of a new digital hub in the centre of Telford (September 2024), the introduction of a broad range of public engagement activities on its Edgmond campus or the growth of its digital channels and communication, the Interim Head of Brand and Strategic Communications will play a critical role in this next stage of its journey.  

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange an informal discussion please contact Ian Rowley, Chief Global Impact Officer via email on [email protected]   

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made by sending a full Curriculum Vitae (to include two referee details) and supporting statement, which clearly highlights how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, to Jayne Weaver via email to [email protected]   by no later than midnight on 8 January 2024.

Should you require any adjustments to complete your application for this role then please contact [email protected]