If you want your 9-5 to make a difference to people’s lives, then read on.

We know that students go to university for lots of reasons which usually involves achieving specific dreams.  In order to help give them achieve those dreams, we want them to have the very best university experience. At the Students’ Union, it’s vital that we establish our identity so that our students know who we are, what we have to offer and how they can get involved.

Who are we?

The University of Wolverhampton Students’ Union (SU) exists to enhance the student voice, student experience and to support and influence the University in quality enhancement within these areas on behalf of students at Wolverhampton. We are a vibrant, forward-thinking charitable organisation with an ambitious Strategic Plan and we are constantly looking for ways that we can adapt our services to a changing student population. We currently represent approximately 22,000 students from varied and diverse communities including international students and a higher than average proportion of students who live at home.

About the Role

Our objective is to significantly increase the numbers of students who actively engage with the SU. This role will be instrumental is driving change by bringing a fresh and energetic perspective that will bring our values to life, keep students coming back for more, build pride in our Union and inspire significant numbers of students to speak positively about what we do.  

This role will give you the opportunity to showcase your marketing and leadership credentials  by creating a team that successfully builds relationships across the organisation, that offers ideas, advice and challenge and becomes the ‘go-to place for supporting other teams’ impact on students’ lives.  

Could you be the One?

We are looking for someone who truly believes in our values, Supportive, Inclusive, Brave and Innovative.  You will also be educated to degree level, are a marketing ‘all-rounder’, who is commercially minded, has passion and energy, and who has  a proven track record in developing and implementing Marketing and Innovation strategies.  As part of a small organisation, you must be a willing team player who rolls their sleeves up and gets the job done.

As a member of the Leadership Team, you will be expected to be on site, visible and accessible to staff and students at City campus and be willing to travel regularly to other campuses.
 

What can we offer you?

We are offering you a 35-hour working week based on site in our City South Campus in the heart of the city centre and just a few minutes’ walk from the Station.  Some of the many benefits we offer include 38 days’ paid holiday including statutory holidays; discounted access to the University on-site gym and access to free parking facilities subject to availability.

How do I apply? 

If you are interested in this role, we would love to hear from you.   Please send in your CV together with a covering letter to recruitment.wolvesunion@wlv.ac.uk. Download the Job Description.