Engagement Assistant

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as an Engagement Assistant within Policy@Manchester
, part of the Directorate of Communications, Marketing and Student Recruitment at a leading research‑intensive university. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to policy‑focused communications and engagement activity.

We welcome candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the United Kingdom and this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

• Drafting high‑quality communications including policy briefings, reports, digital content and social media posts.
• Monitoring policy and political developments, such as parliamentary debates and consultations, and producing clear summaries to support engagement activity.
• Providing editorial support across the team, including editing, revising and proof‑reading content to agreed standards.
• Supporting stakeholder engagement by working with colleagues to build and maintain effective relationships across the University and the wider policy landscape.
• Analyysing engagement and digital performance data to support evaluation and reporting on the impact of Policy@Manchester activity.

• A strong interest in policy and politics, with a good understanding of the current political context at national and local level.
• Experience of effective copywriting and/or editing, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and adapt content for a range of audiences.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Confidence using digital tools and social media platforms, with a willingness to learn new systems.

• Experience monitoring or analysing policy developments.
• Experience evaluating communications or engagement activity using performance data.
• Experience working in a communications, public affairs or policy‑focused environment.

• Generous employer pension contribution.
• Christmas closure in addition to annual leave and bank holidays.
• Purple Place employee discount platform.

We value curiosity, collaboration and a commitment to inclusive, accessible communications as much as formal qualifications.