Communications Assistant in Leeds

This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Are you enthusiastic, well organised and versatile with a strong customer service ethos? Can you help create and optimise our content to be more effective in reaching our audiences? Can you use your initiative to be our first point of contact to manage our online communities and colleague enquiries? The University of Leeds is one of the top 80 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe. Working as part of the Libraries Communications Team, you will promote the work, services and facilities of the Libraries and help to raise our profile as we pursue our exciting and ambitious vision for 2030: Knowledge for All. You will be a highly motivated individual with digital communication and design skills to manage the Library’s presence across a range of different channels. The role encompasses digital, student and staff communications and engagement, and the design and production of our communication and marketing materials. You will need to be organised and be able to handle competing deadlines calmly and effectively under pressure, with copywriting skills and attention to detail. You must be able to work flexibly, independently and collaboratively. Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role is not suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants. 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year! Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more. Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Katy Sidwell, Library Communications & Web Content Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr