Communications Analyst

Salary

30201.00 - 35781.00 GBP Annual

A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%. Please refer to the Civil Service Pensions website for more information.

Full time

Until 31st March 2026.

Please note:

The advert will close at 11:59 PM the night before the listed closing date.

SLC offers a blended working model with typically 2 days in the office and 3 days from home.

Is it time you unlocked your potential? Student Loans Company is a non‑profit making Government‑owned organisation that provides loans and grants to students in universities and colleges in the UK. Since 1989 we have enabled our customers to invest in their futures by delivering secure, accurate and efficient assessment, payment and repayment services.

• Honesty: We act with integrity and transparency, sharing information openly and addressing challenges with courage.
• Empowerment: We enable people to take initiative, make impactful decisions and continuously learn and grow.
• Accountability: We deliver on commitments, own our successes and mistakes, and strive for quality outcomes.
• Respect: We value diverse perspectives, actively listen and create an inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
• Trust: We collaborate across teams, build dependable relationships and work as one to deliver for our customers.

These values guide our decisions, shape our collaborations and strengthen our impact on the students we serve.

We are recruiting a Communications Analyst on a Fixed‑Term Contract until 31st March 2026 to plan, design and distribute communications to education providers and partners. As Communications Analyst you will decide the best communication method through websites, email and surveys, then analyse the results and choose ways to continuously improve the service.

Design and produce communications across multiple channels, assess performance metrics, iterate and implement improvements, manage public‑facing website, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver clear, accessible messaging.

High level of written communication skills with excellent copywriting abilities for various channels and audiences.

High attention to detail and exceptional proofreading skills.

Excellent spelling and grammar.

The ability to adhere to style guides, tone of voice guidelines and accessibility guidelines.

Excellent time and task management skills.

High levels of IT literacy, working knowledge of MS Office and email communication tools.

Qualification in communications, PR, marketing or similar, or equivalent experience.

Experience managing and designing public‑facing websites using a CMS.

Experience in copywriting and editing.

Interviews will be held in person at Clyde Place Glasgow. Dates TBC and will be discussed with shortlisted applicants.

28 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays.

Option to buy/sell annual leave.

Flexi‑time and enhanced flexible working options available.

Option to join the Civil Service pension scheme.

Life insurance cover for 4 x annual salary.

Enhanced company sick pay and family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption.

Contributory lifestyle benefit options including discounts at hundreds of retailers, cycle‑to‑work scheme, access to the Civil Service Sports and Leisure Club for discounted gym memberships and an optional dental insurance scheme.

You will need to confirm you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there will be background checks before you start, including employment history, criminal record, credit reference and fraud checks.

SLC is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive for all candidates and will make reasonable adjustments for those who consider themselves to have a disability or long‑term condition in line with the Equality Act 2010. Our application process provides candidates the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments. If you would like to discuss this in more detail please email us.