Why join us
Manchester Met is one of the UK's leading universities for sport and exercise science, and this role offers a unique opportunity to help showcase that reputation on a global stage.
As Marketing and Communications Officer (Sports Projects), you will play a key role in shaping the marketing and communications activity around the European College of Sport Science Congress 2027 (ECSS) — a major international event hosted by Manchester Met. Working within our Corporate Marketing team, you'll help tell powerful stories about our research, partnerships and expertise in sport and exercise science.
If you're a creative marketing professional who thrives on delivering impactful campaigns and enjoys working across large, high-profile projects, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.
What you'll do
Working closely with colleagues across Corporate Marketing, Communications and Engagement, and the Institute of Sport, you will lead the delivery of integrated marketing and communications activity that raises the University's profile in sport and exercise science.
Your role will include:
1. Leading the marketing and communications support for the European College of Sport Science Congress 2027, helping deliver a successful international event programme.
2. Developing and delivering integrated marketing campaigns that showcase Manchester Met's strengths in sport and exercise research to a range of audiences.
3. Creating compelling content and marketing materials across multiple channels including digital, social, events and publications.
4. Managing branding and promotional assets for ECSS, including digital promotion, event collateral and partner materials.
5. Working collaboratively with teams across the University to ensure a consistent narrative and joined-up approach to marketing activity.
6. Reviewing and enhancing existing content relating to sport and sports research to align with the University's strategic positioning.
7. Monitoring campaign performance and demonstrating the impact and return on investment of marketing activity.
You will also contribute to wider marketing and communications projects across the External Relations Directorate when required.
Who we're looking for
We're looking for a motivated and creative marketing professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
You will bring:
8. Experience working in a professional marketing or communications role
9. Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate complex campaigns or initiatives
10. Experience delivering integrated marketing activity across digital and offline channels
11. Excellent communication and copywriting skills
12. The ability to work with multiple stakeholders and build strong collaborative relationships
13. A creative mindset and enthusiasm for developing new ideas and approaches
Experience supporting major events, working within higher education or the sport sector, or managing brand and physical branding projects would be beneficial.
What you'll receive
At Manchester Met, you'll join a supportive and ambitious community where collaboration, innovation and inclusion are central to how we work.
We are committed to creating an environment where colleagues can thrive — offering flexible working options, wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development and career progression. Our culture encourages new ideas, celebrates diversity of thought and supports people to do their best work.
How and why to find out more
If you're looking for a role where you can help deliver high-profile projects and shape how a globally recognised university tells its story in sport and exercise science, we'd love to hear from you.