UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. To support our work, we are recruiting for the following role:
To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:
Marketing and Communications Officer
| Reference no. | NWH MCO 02 |
|---|---|
| Salary range | £30,280 - £32,403 per annum |
| Duration | Permanent |
| Working hours | 35 hours per week |
| Location | Fort William |
| Closing Date | 5pm, Tuesday 28th October 2025 |
Position: Are you a passionate storyteller with a flair for campaign design and digital content? We’re looking for a dynamic Marketing and Communications Officer to help us reach and connect with potential students in meaningful and memorable ways.
Key responsibilities: The successful candidate will support the implementation of the organisation’s communication and marketing strategy, with a focus on:
+ Coordinating, delivering and evaluating multi-channel marketing plans and campaigns that make an impact.
+ Creating engaging content for digital and social media that engages, informs and inspires.
+ Supporting engagement activities.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidate will hold up to HNC/D or equivalent professional experience in a relevant subject such as marketing, business, communications or public relations and have at least one year’s experience working in a busy marketing/communication environment. Previous experience with Adobe Creative Cloud – either in design or video 0 would be advantageous.
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
· £80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack below or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk:
If you have any queries about the application process please contact recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.