At the University of Vienna, approximately 11,000 people work together to address the major questions of the future, including about 3,000 in administration and operations. They work transparently and precisely and value collaboration across departments and work cultures. With their expertise, they help make excellent research and teaching possible. Does this sound like you? We are looking for a
Brand & Marketing Manager (maternity leave replacement)
In this position, you will actively help shape the further development of our brand presence. In doing so, you will set new directions within our corporate design and corporate identity framework.
At the same time, you will draw on your experience to sustainably professionalize processes, collaboration, and implementation in marketing.
Your Responsibilities
- You will support strategic and operational brand management and ensure a consistent, effective brand presence across all relevant channels and touchpoints.
- You will strategically advance our corporate design and corporate identity within the existing brand framework and introduce contemporary elements.
- You will oversee communication and marketing initiatives, evaluate creative concepts and design approaches in terms of brand fit, target audience relevance, and strategic impact, and ensure brand-compliant implementation.
- You will oversee and coordinate the visual implementation of communication and marketing initiatives and ensure clear briefings, efficient workflows, and brand-compliant execution.
- You advise university units and external service providers on issues related to brand application, design, and communication, thereby promoting a consistent brand perception.
- You manage and coordinate cross-functional projects at the intersection of branding, marketing, communication, and digitalization.
- You will professionalize brand, marketing, and coordination processes using appropriate tools and standards, and derive insights from data-driven analyses to continuously optimize initiatives.
Our Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree
- Several years of experience in marketing
- You possess a deep understanding of branding and marketing and are familiar with digital transformation topics, including their potential applications and opportunities.
- You have proven experience in cross-functional project work, excellent English skills, and are proficient in using MS Office as well as digital and hybrid tools.
- You stand out for your conceptual and analytical skills, as well as your strategic thinking and decision-making, and your affinity for data.
- Strong communication skills, persuasiveness, enthusiasm, the ability to engage others, and the capacity to organize and prioritize are also key requirements for success in this role. You describe yourself as a skilled liaison and are open to new topics, dynamic, and eager to continuously develop your skills.
This is also part of your personality
Do you work in a structured, goal-oriented, and organized manner—and prefer to do so as part of a motivated team?
What we offer
- The base salary, in accordance with the above-mentioned classification under §54 VwGr. IVa of the collective bargaining agreement, is EUR 3,450.30 on a full-time basis. The actual salary will be determined based on professional experience and qualifications.
- An exciting and diverse work environment
- Opportunities for creativity and initiative
- Opportunities for professional development and networking
- Opportunity to work with a motivated and good-humored team
- Opportunities to work independently
- The ability to work independently in a very well-equipped office, as well as up to 50% remote work
This is a temporary position to cover the absence of a colleague from October 7, 2026, through September 30, 2028. The work schedule (20–25 hours per week) will be determined in consultation with the supervisor.
Here’s how to apply
If this job posting appeals to you and you’d like to join the University of Vienna’s communications team, we look forward to receiving your detailed application (including a resume and cover letter)
- via our job portal (the “Apply Now” button).
Please note that we only accept complete applications submitted through our job portal.
If you have any questions regarding the job description, please contact:
Cornelia Blum
cornelia.blum@univie.ac.at
We look forward to welcoming new members to our team!
The University of Vienna maintains a non-discriminatory hiring policy and is committed to equal opportunity, the advancement of women, and diversity. We strive to increase the proportion of women among academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership positions, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, women will be given priority.
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Application deadline: October 7, 2026
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