The Marketing and Communications team at De Montfort University (DMU) is looking to recruit a Communications Assistant (Social and Digital Media) to play an important role in identifying emerging trends and platforms on social and digital media, ensuring DMU’s digital presence and visibility among all external and internal audiences.

This role will be responsible for creating content for prospective student audiences on key platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok and Facebook groups, as well as quickly pivoting to new and emerging platforms. Additionally, the Communication Assistant will play a key part during the student recruitment cycle, helping to develop high-quality content with a creative flare for recruitment campaigns.

This is a full-time, 37-hour per week, permanent role at DMU. For any informal enquiries please contact Alice Parker, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email (alice.parker@dmu.ac.uk) or telephone (0116 366 4572).

To apply, please submit a CV, setting out your career history including key responsibilities and achievements, as well as details of two referees, along with a two-page supporting statement outlining your skills, experiences, qualities, and suitability for the role. Please use ‘Communications Assistant (Social and Digital Media)’ as the subject of your correspondence and send it to talent@dmu.ac.uk.

Applications must be submitted before midnight on Sunday 21st May 2023. Further information and a job description and can be found in the Recruitment Pack at dmu.ac.uk/documents/jobs/marcomms-roles/communications-assistant-social-and-digital-media-jdps.pdf