920-22-R-R – Press and Research Communications Manager

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External Relations, Communications and Marketing
Salary: 

£35,333 to £42,155
plus £3,291 London Allowance per annum
Permanent, full time position
Opening Date:  Monday 07 November 2022
Closing Date:  Monday 21 November 2022
Interview Date: 
Friday 02 December 2022
Reference:  920-22-R-R

We are looking to appoint an exceptional media and communications professional to join the St George’s External Relations, Communications and Marketing (ERCM) team. The Press and Research Communications Manager will play a key role in promoting St George’s, University of London’s research activities through the media and the University’s own communication channels; working closely with the University’s research staff to understand their work and translating complex scientific terms into communications which will engage a wide range of audiences.

Supporting the aims of the University’s public engagement agenda, the postholder will also work closely with colleagues to inform, promote and report on a variety of events, including the University’s Inaugural Lecture series, Jenner day and Research Day.

Key attributes of the successful applicant include:

• Successful track record in media relations and communications working in a press office, public relations or communications-related field 
• Flair for writing engaging and accurate copy, translating complex concepts and scientific information into a range of outputs for the University’s key audiences 
• Excellent communicator, with sound news judgement to proactively promote St George’s research and researchers to the media 
• High level of prioritisation and organisation to manage a complex and rapidly changing mix of proactive and reactive media and communications projects  
• Enthusiasm and personal initiative to solve problems and respond quickly to emerging media opportunities.

For further information about this position and to apply, visit http://jobs.sgul.ac.uk .  

Flexible working, including part-time or reduced hours of work, opportunities to work from home, compressed hours and local flexibility in agreeing start and finish times of work are among the extra benefits offered by St George’s, University of London.

Please quote reference: 920-22-R-R

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