Join us as Chief Communications and Marketing Officer

Dear Candidate,

Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Nottingham as our next Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO).

This is a pivotal moment for the University. We are immensely proud of our global reputation for excellence in education, research and innovation, yet we also recognise that the higher education landscape is changing rapidly. To succeed, we must continue to strengthen our brand, refine our marketing and communications approach, and extend our reach into the markets and communities that matter most. At the heart of this will be a transformative approach to student recruitment, with a particular emphasis on international growth, market diversification and compelling propositions that resonate globally.

The CCMO will play a central role in shaping this next chapter. You will lead and influence how the University is seen, heard and understood; not only through powerful storytelling and brand leadership, but through a clear focus on growth, outcomes and the recruitment strategies that enable us to achieve our ambitions. Alongside this, you will lead a broad portfolio spanning Communications, Brand & Marketing, Student Recruitment, Development & Alumni Relations, and Global Partnerships. You will play a crucial role in strengthening our institutional narrative, enhancing our reputation, supporting fundraising and ensure our communications are strategic, coordinated and impactful. This is an opportunity to bring strategic direction, creativity and coherence to how the University engages staff, students, partners, supporters and global audiences.  

You will inherit a broad portfolio, the opportunity to build and shape a high‑performing senior team, and the mandate to bring fresh thinking, commercial awareness and insight driven decision making to how we operate.  We are looking for an inspiring leader, someone strategic, collaborative and resilient; who thrives in complexity; and who brings the confidence and openness to work constructively with colleagues at every level. Most importantly, we are seeking a leader who is energised by the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the University’s future.

This role offers a rare opportunity to influence the University’s trajectory, strengthening our brand, deepening our engagement and supporting long‑term institutional sustainability. I am delighted you are considering joining us and I hope this represents an exciting next step in your career.

Chris Hunt
Chief Operating Officer