The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.
We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.
Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.
The role
We are looking for an experienced Content Manager to join our Marketing and Communications team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping how the University communicates its new brand and Vision 2041 strategy. You will lead the planning, creation and coordination of high-priority written content across channels including web, print, film, corporate presentations and strategic documents.
Working closely with colleagues across Marketing and Communications and the wider University, you will help ensure our content is clear, compelling, accurate and consistent with our tone of voice and key messages.
You will:
- Plan, write, edit and coordinate priority content for the University’s brand and Vision 2041 programme.
- Act as a central point of contact for content requests, approvals and prioritisation.
- Review and improve web content using analytics, SEO, accessibility and editorial best practice.
- Develop tone of voice guidance, editorial criteria and content standards.
- Translate complex information into engaging content for a range of audiences.
- Support the development of a longer-term University-wide content strategy and governance approach.
About you
We are looking for a motivated and collaborative content professional with excellent editorial judgement and strong stakeholder management skills.
You will have:
- Significant experience of developing and delivering content strategy.
- Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Experience managing multiple content projects to tight deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience developing editorial guidelines, best practice guidance or content criteria.
- The ability to turn complex information into clear, audience-focused content.
- Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills.
How to apply
To apply, please upload a CV and cover letter along with your application to the University website.
For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate, flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.
Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.
Department: Communications and PA
Location: Guildford
Salary: £48,337 to £49,799 per annum
Fixed Term (12 months)
Post Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 29 November 2026
