Job Description
The University of London
The University of London is both the UK’s largest provider of international distance and online learning and the convenor of a federation of 17 renowned higher education institutions. The University is also home to the School of Advanced Study, which has a national role in championing research, teaching and public engagement in the humanities and social sciences. Through its institutes, libraries, special collections and archives, and the University of London Press, it fosters communities of researchers, scholars and practitioners who are change-makers and committed to making a difference in people’s lives.
The School's mission is to be a powerful agent of and for change across disciplines and borders, nurturing research, scholarship, and practice that are innovative, inclusive and impactful. Its vision is of a world where knowledge and understanding, rooted in the humanities and social sciences and enriched by related disciplines, enable people and societies to flourish.
Since 1858, the University of London has expanded access to world-class higher education. Today, around 40,000 students in more than 190 countries are part of our global learning community. Across the wider federation, more than 250,000 learners and 50,000 staff collaborate to deliver high-quality research and education across all disciplines.
By working together across the federation, we extend the benefits of outstanding education, research and resources to learners and researchers across the UK and around the world.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior Marketing Officer to join the team on a temporary basis for a fixed term of 14 months. The post‑holder will support the delivery of marketing activity across key projects and campaigns. The purpose of this role is to lead the planning and delivery of insight-driven, multi-channel international marketing campaigns to support student recruitment to the School of Advanced Study. Managing content amplification across a range of paid and earned media to leverage targeted awareness and promotion of the University’s offering. Ensuring this activity is organised, managed and executed with clear objectives, delivered on budget, and on time. Liaising with external suppliers such as digital marketing agencies and design agencies as required to deliver high-quality services within the allocated budget.
A key aspect of this role is the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to make sure activities meet objectives, are aligned with the overall strategy, and are integrated into wider university activities.
This role sits within the Marketing team of the University of London whose priorities include student recruitment and reputation management. Key skills for this role include experience of CRM systems to manage email nurture tracks such as Adobe Marketo.
For a full role profile, please refer to the job description below.
Further Information
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and CV (by clicking ‘apply for job’ at the bottom of this page) before the closing date at midnight on 10 May 2026.
The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.
The University reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting.
The University currently operates a Hybrid Working framework involving a mix of working remotely and in the office. Typically, the majority of employees will be able to agree to work remotely for up to 60% of their working week, role dependent, however will be required to attend on specific days for training or team meetings.
This role is 4 days per week.
The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at all levels within the University. All appointments will be made on merit, based on the criteria identified in the job description.
Pursuing excellence in education and equal opportunities.