Staff Communications Officer at London Metropolitan University

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

43110.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Internal Communications, Content Creation, Engagement, Community Building, Campaign Management, Stakeholder Management, Writing, Editing, Digital Channels Management

Industry

Description

ABOUT US Transforming lives through excellent education London Met is an extraordinary institution. Equity and social inclusion have always been our driving principles, and it's what makes the University so unique. Our organisation is distinctive, both in its eclectic and diverse community of students and staff, and also for its historical role in serving some of London’s most deprived boroughs. Everything we do is underpinned by our philosophy that an individual should have the opportunity to transform their life through the power of education. Equipping our students with the tools for their future is at the heart of our academic offering. We pride ourselves on providing our students with access to a wealth of opportunities and professions. Our graduates benefit personally, but also contribute their unique perspectives to society, culture, public service and the economy in all areas of London, the UK and around the world. ABOUT THE POST Join Us as Our Staff Communications Officer - be the voice that connects our community! Are you passionate about people and the power of communication? Do you believe that great workplaces are built on trust, connection, and shared purpose? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. As our Staff Communications Officer (Internal Communications Officer), you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a positive and connected experience for every member of our University community. Your mission? To ensure colleagues feel informed, valued, and inspired every single day. In this role, you’ll craft clear, engaging, and uplifting messages that celebrate achievements, share important updates, and strengthen our sense of belonging. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and our dynamic Communications team to manage internal channels and deliver creative campaigns that bring our values to life. You’ll report directly to the Community Communications Manager and be part of our wider Marketing and Communications Department, sitting within the Communications team, a collaborative group dedicated to telling our story and building a thriving culture. Your work will foster pride in what we do, promote collaboration, and create a culture where everyone feels part of our shared success. If you’re passionate about building community, driving engagement, and making a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to shape the heart of our University. Ready to inspire? Apply today! Closing date: 24 March 2026 Interviews due to be held on 14 April and 15 April 2026 HOW TO APPLY - Please complete the online application in full, making sure you address the person specification criteria in your statement as this will enable us to make an informed shortlisting decision. - All applicants are additionally asked to submit an equality and diversity statement of up to one page, articulating how you will contribute to making our University more inclusive and what they have previously done to advance equality. - If you wish to attach any additional documents such as a CV you may do so (please follow the instructions). Please note that we do not accept a CV on its own as a job application. FURTHER INFORMATION * Job Description/Person Specification [https://londonmet.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HR/IQCgQuveiWhwQYCq_2FOSBIoAaABNbdIcqNgz4LuSb32sr0?e=SezvZB] * Terms and Conditions [https://londonmet.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HR/IQDkSpQ_DUWNQbBB1q1sYA0QAV-vF2kg1LIWGd_ui8jXom0?e=iDyYWf] Please note that successful candidates will be asked to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and to complete a health assessment before they start work. Offers of employment are also conditional on receipt of satisfactory references and proof of qualifications held. At London Met we are building an institution aware of its purpose to drive not only individual social mobility but also broader community actualisation. We recognise that our diverse community is our greatest strength, and as such we strongly encourage applications from anyone who feels they are currently underrepresented within UK higher education. Read more about our diverse community and our commitments to inclusion and equality [https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/equality-and-diversity/]. View the benefits of working at London Met on our Information for Applicants [https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/jobs-at-london-met/information-for-applicants/] page. If you have a query, or experience any difficulties with the application process, please contact us by email at: recruitment@londonmet.ac.uk quoting the job ID number.

Responsibilities

The Staff Communications Officer will be responsible for crafting clear, engaging messages to inform, value, and inspire university colleagues, celebrating achievements and sharing important updates. This role involves managing internal communication channels and delivering creative campaigns in collaboration with senior leaders and the wider Communications team.