Marketing and Communications Manager

Overview

University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking an experienced marketing and communications professional to play a pivotal role in enhancing our reputation, extending our reach and supporting the delivery of our commercial, educational and social ambitions. Based within UAL’s Awarding Body, this role leads the marketing, communications and events functions. You will be responsible for developing, planning and delivering the annual marketing and communications cycle, ensuring activity aligns with our business, values and objectives.

Working closely with internal teams and external suppliers, you will also be responsible for producing and overseeing digital and print marketing campaigns and content to a high creative standard. These campaigns will support our existing community while also helping to attract new customers and access new markets across the 14–19 education sector, both in the UK and internationally. You will lead the development of our digital strategy and online presence, improving SEO engagement and reach across social media and other marketing channels.

• Lead the marketing, communications and events functions within UAL’s Awarding Body.
• Develop, plan and deliver the annual marketing and communications cycle in alignment with business objectives and values.
• Produce and oversee digital and print marketing campaigns and content to a high creative standard.
• Support the existing community while helping to attract new customers and access new markets in the 14–19 education sector, UK and internationally.
• Lead the development of the digital strategy and manage online presence to improve SEO engagement and reach across social media and other channels.
• Manage budgets and lead a multidisciplinary team including Communications and Marketing Officers, Content and Production Officers and Events Coordinators.

We are looking for a hard-working individual with a professional marketing qualification (e.g. CIM Level 4 or above), or equivalent knowledge gained through experience. You will bring an in-depth understanding of contemporary marketing techniques, tools and strategies, along with proven experience of leading a marketing and communications team.

A strong track record of delivering both traditional and digital marketing campaigns and developing marketing strategies into effective customer acquisition plans is essential. You will also be confident using website Content Management Systems and Customer Relationship Management tools, and comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

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Closing date: 6 February 2026 23:55.

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The organisation is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn.