SoR | CoR
The Society and College of Radiographers (SoR | CoR) represent and support professionals working in medical imaging and radiotherapy across the UK. Together, the Society (a trade union affiliated with the TUC) and the College (a charitable organisation) provide leadership, advocacy, education, and professional development for over 34,000 members.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Marcomms, Conference and Events to help us define our organisation-wide marketing, digital engagement, external communications and conference and events strategy.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will shape and deliver an integrated digital marketing strategy that enhances our visibility, strengthens member engagement, and supports both the Professional and Education Directorate and the Trade Union & Industrial Relations Directorate. You’ll ensure our marketing and communications activity reflects organisational values, elevates our brand, and advances the profession’s public profile.
This is a high-impact role with strategic, creative, and operational responsibility ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and purpose-driven work.
You will
- Develop and deliver a comprehensive Digital Marketing Strategy aligned with organisational objectives
- Develop a Marketing and Communications strategy for the SoR / CoR; strengthening brand messaging and ensuring consistent tone and positioning across all platforms.
- Contribute to digital transformation initiatives, including major website redevelopment as part of the Technology Road Map project.
- Oversee digital channels including website, social media, email marketing, paid campaigns and content for membership magazines to maximise reach and engagement.
- Lead the creation of compelling content for campaigns, events, and member communications.
- Promote conferences, webinars, and professional development events, driving attendance and engagement.
- Support external relations, public engagement, and industry partnerships.
- Work collaboratively to enhance the perception of radiography and amplify the profession’s public and political voice.
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team across digital communications, marketing, creative, and events.
- Manage budgets for marketing, communications, and digital activities, ensuring value for money.
You will bring:
- Proven leadership experience in marketing and digital communications.
- Experience managing and motivating high-performing teams.
- Strong track record of developing impactful marketing and media strategies.
- Experience in public relations and external engagement, ideally within a membership or healthcare-related organisation.
- Demonstrated expertise in digital platforms (Google Analytics, SEO, CMS, Meta Business Suite, social media).
- Experience using digital tools for multi-channel marketing and managing budgets.
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- A postgraduate qualification in Marketing or Communications (or equivalent experience).
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace as we believe that this fosters creativity and innovation and is representative of the world around us, and everyone is eligible to apply. We especially encourage applicants from ethnically diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, reflecting the true diversity of our membership body.
We are a Disability Confident committed organisation dedicated to fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment and selection process – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know, and we will be happy to help.
We encourage candidates to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the role. Whatever way you like to work, and whatever your background, if you have the skills, experience, talent, and commitment to join our team, we would like to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to shape the future of digital engagement at an influential professional body at the heart of health and care. You will play a pivotal role in elevating the radiography profession, engaging thousands of members, and amplifying a trusted national voice.
What you need to know
- Location: HQ (Bermondsey) Hybrid Working (at least 40% HQ working)
- Salary: Grade E - £74,529 per annum
- London weighting: £6,769 (HQ / Hybrid)
- Contract: Fixed Term Contract 12 months
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Closing date for receipt of applications isFriday 13 February 2026 12:00 noon.
- Interviews will take place remotely on Wednesday 25 February 2026.
Benefits:
47 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), final salary pension scheme, significant wellbeing benefits including Health Cash Plan, Financial Education, Discounted Gym Membership, Employee Assistance Programme and access to shopping discount platform.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
For more information, please view the job description and person specification, and the recruitment notes.