Communications Lead

A college + university like no other
With 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye, and Outer Hebrides, we cover a geographic area larger than Wales, comprising 40% of Scotland’s coastline. Our campuses and centres are located within historic towns and villages, set amongst the shorelines, mountains, and moors, with local staff working across our region to support our students and communities.

Position: Are you a skilled communicator with a passion for shaping narratives and making a real difference? We're looking for a dynamic Communications Lead to join our professional marketing and communications team at UHI North, West and Hebrides, helping to deliver impactful internal and external communications during an exciting period of growth.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will plan, develop and manage a comprehensive programme of communications and engagement activity in line with the overall marketing strategy, with a focus on:
+ Developing and delivering strategic communications that support organisational growth and connect with a wide range of audiences.
+ Contributing to professional corporate communications services across website, brand, public relations and Gaelic.
+ Supporting a broad range of public relations functions including media relations, social media and events.
+ Supporting and strengthening communications across UHI's network of academic partners, contributing to a cohesive and integrated approach in line with the UHI Transformation project.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidate will hold a relevant degree level education preferably in communications, public relations or a related and appropriate field or equivalent professional experience. You will have significant experience in a communication and/or public relations related role for a minimum of 5 years.

Salary: £42,365 - £45,043 per annum, pro rata
Location: Any UHI North, West and Hebrides Campus
Working Hours: 35 hours, Permanent
Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 29th May 2026

Benefits of working for us:
· 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
· Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
· 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
· Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
· Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
· Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme

To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack at: Staff - Vacancies (uhi.ac.uk) or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk

Our Ref: CBIJV-221

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