Internal Communications Manager (Staff) (Maternity Cover) in London

Salary: £46,471 to £51,606 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Location: Docklands Campus

Post Type: Full Time; Fixed Term

Contract Length: 12 months

Closing Date: Friday 10 April 2026

Reference: -PS

At the University of East London (UEL), our mission is to prepare students for the careers of the future while shaping that future inclusively and sustainably. As a careers‑first university, we believe education and opportunity should be open to all, and that diversity of people and thought is essential to solving society’s biggest challenges.

Founded in 1898 as the West Ham Technical Institute, UEL has always championed industry‑focused education and social mobility, earning the name “The People’s University” for its commitment to widening access to technical and professional learning. While our scale and ambition have grown, our purpose has remained constant: empowering communities, advancing social justice, and equipping students with future‑proof skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Today, UEL continues this legacy through pioneering research, employer‑engaged education, and meaningful community impact. We are tackling health and economic inequalities, promoting sustainability, and helping to build a more inclusive and resilient future.

Guided by our ambitious Vision 2028 strategy, UEL is reshaping education for the benefit of all, empowering students from every background with the skills and opportunities to succeed. Our commitment to excellence is recognised nationally; we are proud to be named University of the Year for Teaching Quality in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

About External Relations: Our multi‑award‑winning External Relations Directorate brings together a wide range of specialist teams including Brand & Marketing, Communications & Public Relations, Corporate Engagement & Advancement, Student Recruitment & Conversion (home and international), Admissions, Outreach & Access, and Design & Digital. We are building a forward‑thinking, digitally driven function, embedding innovative practice and a digital‑first mindset across all our work. We are looking for individuals who thrive in an agile environment, embrace new technologies, and are excited by transformational change.

About the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and fast‑paced internal communications team, delivering high‑quality communications that engage and inform staff across the University. You will play a key role in planning, delivering and evaluating clear, compelling and creative internal communications campaigns, working closely with stakeholders across the institution.

• Develop and deliver creative communication plans for University‑wide projects and staff engagement campaigns
• Work with stakeholders to define communication objectives and deliver targeted, effective messaging
• Produce clear, engaging and accurate content across a range of channels, often to tight deadlines
• Adapt tone and messaging to suit different audiences and platforms
• Measure and evaluate communications using data and feedback, making recommendations for improvement
• Review and enhance internal communication channels to ensure they remain accessible, relevant and engaging
• Draft communications on behalf of senior leaders, including the Vice‑Chancellor and Executive Board
• Act as a trusted internal communications advisor, providing guidance and influencing stakeholders at all levels
• Contribute to initiatives that improve staff engagement and feedback mechanisms
• Work collaboratively across External Relations to ensure a consistent and joined‑up approach

About You: You will be a confident and creative communications professional with experience delivering impactful campaigns to diverse audiences.

You Will Bring:

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in communications or a related field
• Experience planning, delivering and evaluating successful communications campaigns
• Strong experience creating engaging, high‑quality content for varied audiences
• Experience working with and influencing stakeholders across complex organisations
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools and digital communication platforms

Skills And Qualities:

• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging messages
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Confidence working independently and using initiative
• Sound judgement when handling sensitive communications
• Confidence using new technologies and communication platforms
• A collaborative and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt in a fast‑changing environment

What You’ll Need To Thrive:

You’ll thrive in this role if you are creative, proactive and solutions‑focused, with the confidence to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage competing priorities. You’ll enjoy building relationships across the organisation, influencing stakeholders, and using insight to continuously improve communications and engagement.

Additional Information:

Flexibility to work occasional evenings or out-of-hours when required. A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Benefits Package:

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

As an inclusive, equal‑opportunities employer, our multiple Charter awards (Stonewall, Race Equality and Athena Swan) reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the ethnicity pay gap. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today!

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

To contact the recruitment team please phone x 4600 or e-mail. Important Note: CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.