Vice Chancellor Communications and Events Officer

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Vice-Chancellors Office

JOB TITLE: Vice-Chancellor Communications and Events Officer

SALARY & HOURS: £33,837 per annum – Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00 hrs

The University of Buckingham has a unique atmosphere, unlike that of any other higher educational institution. Despite being one of the UK’s smallest university and the only independent university to hold a Royal Charter, Buckingham has staff from over 60 countries, making it a truly distinctive work environment. Whichever of our locations you find yourself working in, you will be sure to feel a part of our friendly community. Our size enables us to foster a very personalised, supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, with lots of opportunity for development, something which we are very proud of.

The Corporate and Professional Services departments are the cornerstone of the University. They each provide essential and valuable support to both each other and the Academic departments, helping the University to function in the most efficient and productive way, ensuring that the students’ experience is second to none.

About the role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Vice-Chancellor’s Communications and Events Officer to support the strategic leadership and external profile of the University. Working at the heart of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, the postholder will assist on high-quality communications and the planning and delivery of key VC-led events, ensuring consistency, professionalism and impact in all engagements.

This is a varied and high-profile role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has excellent judgement, and can build strong relationships across the institution.

Key Responsibilities

Communications

• Draft and coordinate high-quality written communications on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor’s office.
• Support the planning and delivery of the Vice-Chancellor’s internal and external communications, ensuring alignment with institutional strategy and tone.
• Liaise with central Communications, Marketing and External Relations teams to ensure consistent messaging and effective dissemination.
• Manage and maintain accurate briefing materials in advance of meetings, visits and public engagements.

Events

• Assist with the planning and coordination of Vice-Chancellor-led events, including ceremonial occasions, stakeholder visits, internal events and external engagements.
• Assist with event logistics end-to-end, including agendas, guest lists, briefings, venues, travel, and follow-up activity.

What can we offer you?

We might be small, but we can still offer plenty of perks! In addition to an Aviva Pension scheme, we offer:

• Beautiful working environments across our campuses with plenty of space
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Christmas closure
• On-site gym and exercise classes
• On-site catering facilities
• University bookshop with staff discount
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent opportunities to network and continue learning across a variety of departments
• Discount of courses for staff and their families

The closing date for applications is Monday 1 June 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held on week commencing 8 June 2026.

Please note: if successful, any offer is subject to standard checks, including qualifications, eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis and DBS (if applicable)

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://www.buckingham.ac.uk/about/hr/