Senior Communications and Marketing Manager

UPP is the UK's leading provider of on-campus residential and academic accommodation infrastructure, operating across a diverse portfolio of university partnerships. We're passionate about creating exceptional places for students to live and learn, and we're looking for a talented professional to help strengthen our reputation, engagement and impact across our business and the higher education sector. We are looking for a Senior Communications and Marketing Manager to join the team and play a key role in shaping and delivering high-impact corporate marketing and communications activity across the business. Working closely with the Head of Communications and Marketing, senior leaders and external stakeholders, you'll lead campaigns, create compelling content and provide strategic communications support across internal and external communications, digital channels, sector engagement and business development activity. This role is based in our award-winning London office near London Bridge, Cannon Street and Monument stations, offering hybrid working. Occasional travel to our university sites across the UK.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver integrated marketing and communications campaigns aligned to UPP's strategic priorities.
• Create engaging content across digital, social media, website, leadership and stakeholder channels.
• Support bids, tenders and business development activity through high-quality communications and marketing materials.
• Lead the production of key corporate publications, reports and thought leadership content.
• Develop internal communications, colleague engagement campaigns and leadership communications.
• Support media relations, sector engagement and stakeholder events.
• Manage external agencies and suppliers, ensuring high-quality delivery and value for money.
• Use data and insights to measure effectiveness and continually improve communications activity.

Experience in a communications and marketing related role, with:

• Strong copywriting, editing and storytelling skills, with an eye for the detail.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence working alongside senior leaders.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with experience delivering integrated marketing and communications campaigns simultaneously.
• Experience of B2B marketing strategies and proven experience of in-house content creation, managing multiple communication channels and content streams.
• Experience managing proactive and reactive media relations activity, alongside supporting high-profile bids and business development activities.
• A data-driven approach, using insight and analytics to inform decisions and measure impact.
• With experience using marketing and analytics tools including CRM and marketing automation platforms (HubSpot or similar), Google Analytics, LinkedIn Analytics, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Experience within higher education, infrastructure, property or similarly complex organisations would be advantageous.

Alongside this, you'll be collaborative, adaptable and resilient, with the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery in a fast paced environment. You'll be passionate about creating high quality work, engaging communications, building strong relationships and overall enhancing UPP's profile and reputation.

In return, we are offering a salary of c.£65k with a great benefits package which includes a discretionary performance bonus, 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, pension, enhanced family leave policy, life assurance, training, two paid volunteering or personal development days and a cycle-to-work scheme.

UPP welcomes all applications and recognises the value of having a diverse and inclusive culture, which reflects the communities we work with and has a positive impact on our people, our student residents and our university partners. We understand all disabilities, impairments and conditions are unique, so please advise us of any adjustments which would support you through our recruitment process and help you to thrive at work.

Our core values of Innovation, Sustainability, Community, Partnership and Respect are fundamental to our culture and summarise what is important to our business and our people. We are a team with energy, pace and passion;

What’s in it for you?

• Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: An inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, heard, and empowered.
• Career Growth: Learn, lead, and progress with tailored training and leadership programmes.
• Rewards & Benefits: Competitive package and range of benefits designed for you.
• Health and Wellbeing: From mental health resources to wellness programmes, and everyday support.
• Purpose & Impact: Every role shapes the student experience.

To learn more about what we offer, check out our Working Environment, Benefits and Career Development tabs on our Careers Hub.

Who are UPP?

We are proud to be the UK’s leading provider of on-campus residential and academic accommodation, with over 35,000 beds where more than 500,000 students from around the world have called home over the years. We provide a complete solution of Design, Build, Fund, and Operate (DBFO) student accommodation and campus facilities exclusively to the higher education sector. This means we not only design and create cutting edge sustainable buildings, but we also help finance them and successfully manage the onsite operations long-term. However, we’re more than just accommodation, we create spaces where students can thrive, connect, and make the most of their university experience. Our mission is to support every student's journey by offering a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment to live and learn.