Senior Digital Engagement Officer

Applications close at midnight on the date stated below, late applications will not be accepted.

Job reference 3281 Date posted 29/09/2026 Final date to receive applications 14/10/2026 Salary £33,002 to £38,784 per annum Package Full time, 37 hours a week
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Fixed term maternity cover until August 2027

Are you passionate about creating meaningful digital connections and delivering outstanding online experiences?

The University of Winchester is seeking a proactive and creative Senior Digital Engagement Officer to engage prospective students and external audiences across social media, online communities, chatbot services and other digital channels. You'll play a key role in shaping the prospective student journey, providing a welcoming, responsive and consistent experience from first enquiry through to enrolment.

This is an exciting time to join the team. Alongside growing our digital communities, you'll contribute to the launch of the University's new website, helping to create an engaging digital experience that supports student recruitment and the University's future ambitions.

We're looking for someone with experience in social media management, digital engagement and customer service, who combines strong communication skills with a data-driven and creative approach.

As a University group we believe our offer is compelling. This includes:

• Beautiful campus and working environment
• Hybrid working possibilities for many roles
• Broad range of benefits and discount schemes
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing provision, including on site gym
• Competitive salary framework, including annual increments
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlements

Employer

• Internal applicants: your employer will remain unchanged
• External applications:
  University of Winchester Services Ltd

Interview Date: 2 November 2026

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