Head of Communications and Impact

Head of Communications and ImpactLocation: Central London (Hybrid – around 40% on site)Duration: 6 monthsHours: 21.9 per week (3 days)Rate: £28.86 per hourInterviews: Week commencing 27th JanuaryBring ideas to life. Shape national conversation. Turn research into impact that matters.A leading London university is looking for a creative, strategically minded Head of Communications and Impact to champion one of the UK’s most ambitious research-policy collaborations — connecting world-class universities with national and local policymakers to ensure evidence drives meaningful change.You’ll take ownership of a dynamic communications portfolio that spans thought-leadership content, media relations, digital storytelling, and public engagement. From curating impact narratives to coordinating high-profile academic-policy events, you’ll play a pivotal role in amplifying how research informs real-world decision-making.What you’ll doCraft and deliver a bold communication strategy that positions the programme as a national leader in research-policy engagement.Lead the creation of engaging written content — newsletters, case studies, blogs, and publications that celebrate research influence and public impact.Oversee digital channels and a developing web platform that will become a go-to hub for academic-policy collaboration.Partner with senior academics, research leaders, and communications professionals across multiple universities to ensure coherent, high-quality narratives.Monitor communication reach and celebrate tangible impact stories backed by robust evidence.What you’ll bringA strong track record delivering communications within research, higher education, or policy environments.Brilliant writing and editorial instincts, with a talent for transforming complex ideas into compelling, accessible storytelling.Confidence managing multi-channel campaigns and building trusted relationships with academic and policy stakeholders.Organisational flair, creative insight, and the steady focus needed to deliver high-quality results across concurrent projects.This is more than a communications role — it’s an opportunity to give voice to research that shapes society. Join a vibrant, supportive network of colleagues dedicated to bridging the worlds of academia, government, and public life….