Digital Communications Executive (Social Media)

About the Role

Responsible for the day-to-day management of WBS social media channels and content, working across a variety of social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. 

The role holder will work as an expert advising the WBS marketing team and ambassadors, to create and implement compelling content and deliver organic and paid social media tactical plans to support student recruitment, raise the profile of the WBS brand, campus and our research impact. 

They will provide analytics, guidelines and insight to enable Warwick Business School to continuously improve and work with programme marketing teams on creating content where required.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

About You

You’ll be a creative, organised and digitally savvy communicator with a strong understanding of social media and what makes content work across different platforms. You’ll bring:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• A creative mindset and the ability to develop original, engaging content for a range of digital and social channels.
• Experience of undertaking market and audience research to inform content decisions.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality work.
• The ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and external agencies.
• Experience using content planning, social media scheduling, monitoring and analytics tools.
• Confidence using data and insight to evaluate performance, optimise activity and continually improve results.
• Strong working knowledge of major social platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube.
• A proactive approach to keeping up with emerging platforms, trends and digital technologies.
• Flexibility to support social media activity outside standard working hours on occasion.

Experience within higher education, alongside an understanding of SEO and web accessibility, would be advantageous.

About the Department

Warwick Business School (WBS) is a place where big ideas meet real impact. We’re part of a world-class university, but we’re more than just our reputation. For nearly 60 years, we’ve been helping people turn ambition into action, equipping them to make a real difference in the world. 

Please view our online brochure, specifically created for candidates, to gain further insight into working at Warwick Business School. 

About Us

We were the first UK business school to achieve triple accreditation (EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB), and our programmes consistently rank among the best - view all of our rankings here. 

But what really sets us apart is how it feels to be here. We’re down to earth, collaborative, and proud to create a place where staff, students and alumni feel at home. We want your time here to be as inspiring as it is rewarding, with the support, trust, and opportunities you need to grow both professionally and personally. 

Our Vision

The world needs smart ideas, and the leaders who can bring them to life. Those ideas only matter if they can be put into practice. Our vision is simple: to shape the people and ideas that will define what comes next and ensure they have everything they need to make it happen. 

Everything we do is underpinned by our CORE values and fuelled by a Change Maker mindset. We look for this shared commitment in everyone who joins our community. We nurture that mindset every day by creating a workplace where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are shared openly, and everyone has the chance to turn bold thinking into meaningful action. 

Change Makers

• See the bigger picture. They think beyond themselves, seek out different perspectives, and consider the ripple effect of their actions.
• Challenge the norm. They question the status quo and look for better ways to make a difference. 
• Have the drive to deliver. They don’t just imagine change; they put in the work to make it happen. 

Our CORE Values 

• Curiosity. We challenge, explore, and create to build a better future. 
• Openness. We welcome ideas, feedback, and change to keep moving forward. 
• Restlessness. We’re never content to stand still; we keep striving for more. 
• Excellence. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in everything we do. 

How to Apply

To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by 11.59pm on the closing date of Sunday 27th September 2026.

Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history.

Your cover letter should detail your motivation for applying for the role as well as detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.   

The interviews will be held in October.