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Research and Innovation
LSE Consulting
Communications Officer
Salary from £37,244 to pa £42,397 inclusive with potential to progress to £45,358 pa inclusive of London allowance
Funding is available to support this position for 3 years as a full-time role.
LSE Consulting belongs to the commercial arm of the London School of Economics and Political Science. LSE Consulting, which sits under the Research and Innovation Division of LSE, provides exceptional support to consulting project activity and ensures the quality of competitive proposals against project specifications, working closely with academics, departments, and research centres across the School.
The Communications Officer will play a key role in raising the profile of LSE Consulting and its specialist services through the development and delivery of engaging communications, marketing campaigns and stakeholder engagement activities. The role will support the promotion of LSE Consulting's services, expertise and impact, helping to strengthen relationships with academics, clients and partners while increasing awareness of opportunities across the School.
Working closely with colleagues across LSE Consulting, the wider Research and Innovation Division and academic Departments, Centres and Insitutions, you will create and manage content across a range of digital and print channels, including websites, social media, newsletters, case studies and promotional materials. You will support events and campaigns, monitor communications performance and develop compelling content that showcases the impact of LSE academics, consulting projects and specialist initiatives. You will also help maintain client and academic engagement data, ensure communications activities align with branding and data protection requirements, and contribute to the continuous improvement of communications and marketing activity.
Applicants should have marketing and communications experience, including social media, together with excellent written and oral communication skills. They should demonstrate the ability to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining high attention to detail and work standard, and have experience designing promotional materials, for example using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.
LSE is unable to consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Any offer of employment will be subject to confirmation that the successful candidate has the right to work in the UK.
If you have any queries about the role, please email consulting@lse.ac.uk.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 22 November 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Communications Officer employer: The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration within a small, dedicated marketing team. With strong training opportunities and a commitment to employee growth, LSE provides a meaningful environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field of education marketing, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of London.
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