The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Communications Manager (Maternity Cover)
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LSE Data Science Institute
Communications Manager (Maternity Cover)
Salary: from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a full-time fixed term appointment for nine to twelve months, starting in late November 2026. This could be a secondment opportunity for internal staff.
About the Institute
The Data Science Institute (DSI) is the hub for data science and AI at LSE. The Institute supports interdisciplinary research, hosts a wide programme of events, and facilitates policy engagement and advisory work that places social science expertise at the heart of the design, development, and deployment of AI.
About the Role
The Communications Manager will play a crucial role in consolidating and growing the Institute’s reputation as a centre for excellence and convening around how new technologies are reshaping our economies, societies and institutions. They will develop and deliver integrated communication activities to share knowledge and raise awareness about the research, public events, engagement activities and policy advisory work carried out both within the institute and by DSI Affiliates from across the School.
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Responsibilities:
- Day-to-Day Management:
- Manage the DSI’s social media, website, and newsletters.
- Work with the DSI communications and events team to support the senior leadership team on strategic communications for larger Institute projects.
Requirements
Candidates Should Have:
- Experience:
- Delivering digital communications across websites, social media, and email.
- Creating engaging multimedia content.
- Skills:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Experience using AI and digital innovation to improve communications and workflows.
This post is a fixed term maternity cover for between 9 to 12 months. This is an in-person role, and there is a minimum expectation of working three days per week from LSE’s campus, and more if required dependent on business need.
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Benefits
- Occupational pension scheme
- Generous annual leave
- Hybrid working
- Excellent training and development opportunities
Application Information
For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description, and the person specification.
To apply for this post, please go to www.jobs.lse.ac.uk. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email e.m.cruz@lse.ac.uk.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 September 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications. Interviews will take place in mid-October 2026.
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