Work With Us
Dear Applicant,
We are delighted that you're interested in working with us and becoming part of our story.
The University of Southampton Students' Union (SUSU) is one of the leading students’ unions in the country. We represent Southampton's 23,000 students, helping them make their voices heard locally and nationally on issues like housing, fees, and much more.
We employ 70 full-time staff and up to 250 student staff throughout the year. You can view our current organisation chart here: SUSU Organisation Structure.
SUSU is an equal opportunities employer that values a diverse workforce and we want to reflect the student body that we represent. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination and are keen to receive applications from every community.
Please take a look at our current core and support staff opportunities below.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Sonia Cottrell
Chief Executive
Oliver Murray
Union President

Current Opportunities
Core Roles
These are full time and part time opportunities.
Role | Closing Date | |
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Marketing & Communications Manager | 02/06/2023 12:00 | View role |
Assistant Venues Manager | 18/06/2023 22:00 | View role |
Support Roles
These are flexible opportunities including fixed term and flexi-hour contracts.
Role | Closing Date | |
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Student Photographer | 02/06/2023 15:00 | View role |
Reception Service Assistant | 04/06/2023 23:30 | View role |
Freshers Assistant | 11/06/2023 23:30 | View role |
Safety Bus Driver | 30/06/2023 14:45 | View role |
Food & Beverage (Bars) Team Member | 31/12/2023 00:00 | View role |
Why work for SUSU
SUSU is a friendly and rewarding place to work. Working here will give you a rare opportunity to engage with a vibrant, innovative and developing organisation. We are keen to develop our team and equip them with the skills to grow in their roles and beyond.
We offer great perks and benefits, which include:
- 35 hours working week
- Minimum of 38 days of holiday every year (including bank holidays and closure days).
- Competitive pay scales with progression opportunities - view our current staff pay scales here
- Flexible and hybrid working to support a good work-life balance.
- Pension Scheme with 10% employer contribution and flexible employee contribution rates (0% - 6%).
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to benefits provided by the University of Southampton including campus parking, dental scheme, and Southampton Sport membership.
- In-house training and development programme.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning.
- View our full benefits package here: Benefits at SUSU.

About SUSU
Find out more about our history, commitment to sustainability, governance, memberships, and what we're all about!
Find out moreStrategy and Vision
Our vision for the future is that every student loves their time at Southampton. Read more about our core values, and our mission.
Find out more
Staff Benefits
Take a look at the full range of benefits you can enjoy when you join our team, including holidays, pension information, flexible working and discounts.
Find out moreOther Opportunities for Students
If you are a University of Southampton student, there are a range of short-term paid placement opportunities available through the UoS Internship Programme. More information can be found here: Uos Internships.