About us

The School of Security Studies at King‘s College London is dedicated to the understanding of security issues in an increasingly complex and uncertain world. Harnessing the depth and breadth of expertise across the War Studies and Defence Studies Departments, and the King’s Institute for Applied Security Studies, we are one of the largest multi-disciplinary communities of scholars in the world engaged in the teaching and research of all aspects of conflict, war, security and defence.

About the role

Are you an enthusiastic and driven communications professional eager to make a significant impact? We are seeking a talented Senior Communications Officer to join our team at the School of Security Studies.

In this role, you will work closely with the School Communications Manager to oversee both internal and external communications. Your contributions will be vital in enhancing the School’s research profile among staff, students, alumni and the wider public.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You will partner with colleagues across departments to create engaging content for our social media channels, website, newsletters and podcast. Your meticulous attention to detail in copy-editing will ensure our messaging is clear, concise and compelling. Additionally, your ability to identify newsworthy angles and craft captivating stories will be crucial in showcasing our research excellence and expertise.

As a confident self-starter with a proven track record of managing communication projects from inception to delivery, you will use your creativity to pitch new ideas and advance our communications strategy. Beyond content creation, you will also support the planning and execution of both online and in-person events.

If you are passionate about communications and eager to contribute to a vibrant academic community, we would love to hear from you.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for both remote work and on-site presence at our office located at King’s Strand Campus in London.

About you

Essential criteria 

1. Previous experience in a communications role, successfully managing both external and internal communications to achieve impactful results.
2. Proven track record in creating and managing web and social media content, with experience using analytics to boost engagement and achieve results.
3. Exceptional copywriting and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and experience in tailoring content to engage diverse audiences.
4. Ability to identify newsworthy angles, with a history of crafting compelling news stories, videos and/or podcasts.
5. Experience in planning and executing online and in-person events.
6. Outstanding organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities.
7. Proficiency in creating and distributing newsletters, with experience using email marketing tools like Mailchimp.
8. Creative and proactive mindset with the ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and lead projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable criteria

1. Knowledge and experience of using Content Management Systems to manage webpages.
2. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Audition and Premiere Pro
3. Relevant qualifications in communications, journalism or social sciences.
4. Understanding of the UK higher education system.

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.