Communication and Engagement Officer University of Surrey

This is a unique opportunity to join our Surrey Innovation District team based at the Surrey Research Park and support the engagement and communication activities that bring our business tenants, university services and regional stakeholders together to create a thriving innovation district in Surrey.

The Surrey Research Park is a community of over 200 businesses operating in the science and technology sectors and is owned and operated by the University of Surrey as part of the university campus in Guildford. 

This role provides essential support to the engagement and communication activities of the Surrey Innovation District community, ensuring through its remit it is adding value to all stakeholders and contributing to regional growth and development.  

The successful candidate will need to have experience running marketing and public relations activities, like website maintenance, social media, event organisation and have excellent communication skills. They will need to be confident communicating with a range of public and private stakeholders, setting up meetings, events and recording activities. It is desirable to have an interest in and understanding of innovative ecosystems and the role universities play in supporting regional growth.