Student Communications Manager – Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship
Apply for a Student Communications Manager role with potential Skilled Worker visa sponsorship at Aston University. Join a leading UK university and help shape student communications in 2026.
Job Overview
At Aston University, students receive a high volume of communications throughout their journey from enrolment to graduation. The quality, timing, and coordination of those communications can have a direct impact on the student experience. We are seeking an experienced Student Communications Manager to lead and improve complex communications activity in a large, fast‑moving university environment.
This role calls for a communications professional with a strong track record of planning and delivering coordinated, multi‑channel communications that influence behaviour, improve experience, and support organisational priorities.
You will shape how Aston University communicates with students across the full student lifecycle, working with colleagues across the institution to bring greater structure, consistency and strategic purpose to high‑volume communications activity at scale.
This is a role for someone who can operate confidently in a complex environment, exercise sound judgement and improve ways of working rather than simply deliver routine communications activity.
The successful candidate will bring strong editorial judgement, credibility with stakeholders and the confidence to lead better practice across teams. They will be comfortable working through ambiguity, aligning competing priorities and ensuring communications are clear, timely and effective.
This is an opportunity to make a visible contribution to the student experience and to help shape a more joined‑up, effective approach to student communications across the University.
Key responsibilities
* Plan and coordinate student communications across the student lifecycle.
* Help shape a more strategic and joined‑up approach to student communications across the University.
* Manage communications activity across channels including email, digital platforms, student portals and on‑campus communications.
* Write, edit and quality‑assure clear, engaging and audience‑focused communications.
* Work across teams to improve coordination, reduce duplication and align messaging.
* Develop and maintain a central communications calendar to support planning and prioritisation.
* Use insight, feedback and data to improve communications effectiveness and student engagement.
* Support communications activity during sensitive, high‑profile or fast‑moving situations.
Benefits and rewards
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family‑friendly policies.
On‑site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship Information
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
Why Apply for This UK University Job?
* Potential Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
* Opportunity to work at a leading UK university
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Generous annual leave package
* Family‑friendly workplace policies
* Staff discounts and benefits
* On‑site gym and swimming pool access
* Strategic communications leadership role
* Work in Birmingham city centre with excellent transport links
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available?
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Where is the role based?
Aston University is located within Birmingham city centre.
What are the main responsibilities?
The role includes planning and coordinating student communications, managing multi‑channel communication activities, improving communication effectiveness, and supporting strategic student engagement.
What benefits are offered?
Benefits include training and development opportunities, generous annual leave, family‑friendly policies, staff discounts, and access to an on‑site gym and pool.
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