Digital Content Officer Ref 21178

School/department: Digital and Creative Media – part of the division of Communications, Marketing and Advancement 
Hours: Full time   36.5 hours. Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).
Location: Brighton, United Kingdom
Contract: Permanent 
Reference: 21178
Salary: starting at £28,759 to £32,982 per annum, pro rata if part time
Placed on: 22 September 2023
Closing date: 09 October 2023. Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date.
Expected Interview date: To be confirmed
Expected start date: As soon as possible

Previous applicants need not apply


Job description

We’re looking for a highly organised team player with experience of writing user-focused copy, and editing and consolidating content for various audiences.

It's a Digital Content Officer’s job to make sure web content is easy to understand, informative, accessible, on-brand and visible in search engines.

You need a solid understanding of how different digital assets can be combined to create an engaging offer that helps users achieve the things they need to do online.

You’ll also possess a keen eye for detail while working on various tasks, from reactive deadlines to longer term projects.

Your skills will enhance the Sussex website and brand, portraying the vibrancy and core values of the University.

Contact Adrian Imms, Head of Digital Content, for informal enquiries: a.imms@sussex.ac.uk.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

You can find out more about our values and our EDI Strategy,  Inclusive Sussex, on our webpages.

Download job description and person specification Ref 21178 [PDF 119.65KB]

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK. 


How to apply

Download our professional services application form - Dec 2020 [DOC 203.00KB] and Personal Details and Equal Opportunities Form [DOCX 65.11KB] and fill in all sections.

You must email your completed application, and personal details and equal opportunities form, to jobapps@sussex.ac.uk

You should attach your application form and all documents to the email in PDF format (we are unable to accept applications as google.docs or .pages) and use the format job reference number / job title / your name in the subject line.

You can also send your application by post to Human Resources Division, Sussex House, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9RH.


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