Part-time Digital Communications Manager (12 month Fixed Term, 0.8 FTE)

About UCL Business (UCLB)

As drivers of innovation, we use our expertise to commercialise the exceptional ideas of UCL researchers.

UCL Business Ltd (UCLB), is a wholly owned subsidiary of UCL (University College London). Working with UCL’s world-renowned academics, faculties and associated hospitals, UCLB helps to protect and commercialise pioneering ideas, innovations and technologies, bringing them to the market to tackle today’s most complex and important global challenges.

About the Digital Communications Manager role

• 12 month fixed-term contract.
• 0.8 FTE (28 hours per week, working pattern negotiable).
• Hybrid working: at least 2 days in the office, Tottenham Court Road.

The Digital Communications Manager will play a critical role in strengthening UCLB’s profile and reputation as a world-leading technology transfer organisation.

As a pivotal member of UCLB’s Marketing and Communications Team, the Digital Communications Manager will report directly to the Head of Marketing. This role is responsible for shaping and executing UCLB’s digital communications strategy, managing our website and social media channels (LinkedIn and Bluesky – organic and paid), overseeing digital marketing initiatives including email, and enhancing internal digital communications.

In addition, the Digital Communications Manager will project manage the re-platforming and redesign of UCLB’s current website from WordPress to Drupal 10, working with external agencies as required.

What experience you’ll need to apply

• Your current job title isn’t important, it’s about being able to delivery the best work and owning your responsibilities. As guide, you may have worked as a Digital Communications Manager, Digital Communications Executive, Digital Marketing Manager, Digital Marketing Executive or a have held a more senior role.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to develop and implement effective digital communication strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Website and Platform Management: Proficiency in managing websites using Drupal 10 (or earlier versions of Drupal) and monitoring performance with tools such as Google Analytics and Google Search Console.
• Website Migration: Experience leading a web migration project, would be a highly beneficial but isn’t essential.
• Content and Channel Expertise: Experience managing and editing web content, LinkedIn newsletters, and social media platforms, with a strong understanding of digital tone and audience engagement.
• Creative and Visual Communication: Skilled in using Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) to create compelling digital assets and multimedia content.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to evaluate campaign effectiveness using analytics and adjust tactics to optimise performance.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities across digital platforms, with attention to tone, clarity, and consistency.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills with experience engaging and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Project and Time Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously on time and on budget, and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Compliance Awareness: Knowledge of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR) and digital compliance best practices.
• Market Insight: Experience conducting digital marketing research and competitor analysis to inform strategy and content development.
• Team Collaboration and Independence: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of digital content and communications.

What you’ll get in return

• Basic salary: Up to £48k pro rata
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays + 6 additional days leave over Christmas and Easter.
• Learning and Development: in-house and external training, and covering costs of professional subscriptions and memberships.
• Health and Wellbeing: including discounted gym membership, support for eye tests, cycle and season ticket loans, private healthcare following successful completion of probation period.
• Generous Pension schemes.
• Other benefits include: additional discounts, employee saving schemes, enhanced parental leave pay, summer and Christmas events and regular social activities.

What next?

We have chosen to work with our friends at ADLIB who are managing the recruitment process for UCLB.

Please note that any candidates that approach UCLB directly will be forwarded to ADLIB for consideration.

Inclusion and equality

Here at UCLB, equal opportunity runs through every aspect of the business. We are creating an environment where a diverse mix of talented people want to work, do their best and share in our journey for the long term. We’re building a team that represents a variety of perspectives and backgrounds, as we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better and more innovative our work will be. We strive to be a workplace where everyone feels empowered and can be their authentic selves.