Digit Research Communications & Impact Manager (UK Sponsorship)

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April 22, 2026
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Job Description

Overview of the Role

The ESRC Centre for Digital Futures at Work (Digit) is recruiting a Research Communications & Impact Manager to lead the Centre’s communications, engagement, and impact strategy during its next funding phase.

Digit is a major UK research centre exploring how digital technologies are transforming work, employment, and society. Its research supports policymakers, businesses, trade unions, and public organisations in understanding and responding to these changes.

In this role, you will take responsibility for translating complex academic research into clear, accessible, and influential outputs that drive real-world impact. You will also ensure that Digit’s work reaches the right audiences and informs policy and practice across the UK and internationally.

What You Will Do

  • Develop and lead Digit’s overall communications and impact strategy
    Manage research dissemination across digital platforms, events, and publications
    Strengthen engagement with policymakers, industry partners, and third-sector organisations
    Track, evidence, and report on research impact for funders and stakeholders
    Organise and deliver high-profile events and engagement activities
    Work closely with researchers across multiple universities and partner organisations
    Support collaboration across institutions including Sussex, Leeds, Cambridge, Manchester, Monash, and the Institute for Development Studies

About Digit

Digit is an ESRC-funded research centre (UKRI) investigating how digital transformation is reshaping the world of work.

Its research focuses on:

  • The impact of automation and AI on employment
    Changes in workplace practices and job quality
    Policy responses to digital labour markets
    The role of employers, unions, and government in shaping the future of work

Digit works in partnership with academic institutions and organisations such as FutureDotNow and the Institute for the Future of Work, ensuring research has practical, real-world relevance.

Who We Are Looking For

You will be an experienced communications and engagement professional with a strong interest in research and public impact.

Key strengths include:

  • Experience in research communications, public engagement, or impact management
    Ability to translate complex academic content into clear, engaging messaging
    Strong stakeholder management and partnership-building skills
    Experience delivering events and engagement activities
    Confidence working across academic, policy, and industry environments
    Excellent organisational and project management abilities

You should be collaborative, impact-driven, and comfortable working within a fast-moving research environment.

About the University of Sussex Business School

The University of Sussex Business School is a research-led, interdisciplinary environment with strengths in:

  • Business and management
    Economics and policy
    Science and technology studies (SPRU)
    Accounting, finance, and strategy

The School is focused on producing research that influences policy, supports sustainable development, and delivers global impact.

Policy and External Frameworks

This role contributes to UK research and innovation priorities and operates within national frameworks, including:

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
Science and technology strategy
Data protection (UK GDPR)
Equality and diversity in employment
Skilled Worker visa guidance

Why Join Sussex?

Key Information

  • Closing Date: 11 May 2026
    Start Date: As soon as possible
    Contract End Date: 31 December 2029
    Interview Date: To be confirmed

Eligibility

This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (SOC code: 2493), subject to salary and immigration requirements. All work must be carried out in the UK.

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