The Ri has a clear vision that ‘Science is for Everyone’ and it is our belief that everyone should have equitable access to science. Through our packed event programme available in person or online, our UK schools’ outreach and social impact initiatives, and our global digital reach including 1.6m YouTube subscribers, we achieve our mission by connecting people with scientists to explore science together. 

We are looking for a Digital Manager for a fixed-term maternity cover. This is a uniquely positioned and exciting role offering you the opportunity to manage the Royal Institution’s YouTube channels and website. You will schedule video content to maximise channel growth and audience engagement, ensuring that our content is user-focused, engaging, and aligned with our strategic and charitable ambitions to ensure that science is for everyone. This is a full-time contract from mid-February 2026 to end of April 2027.

Our digital team sees digital not just as a way to promote ourselves online, but to also bring thought-provoking science and our rich heritage to audiences worldwide, many of whom may never set foot in our iconic home in Mayfair. You will work closely with the Digital team to create and commission online content, with a focus on online revenue generation, leading a team of video producers to manage the Ri's programme of public and commercial filming, including YouTube films, livestreams and partner content.

Job Title: Digital Manager (Maternity-Cover)

Accountable to: Head of Digital, Marketing and Comms

Location: 21 Albemarle Street, London

Contract type: Fixed-term contract, full time (35 hours per week) From mid-February 2026 to end of April 2027

Salary: c£45,000 per annum

Closing Date: midnight on Monday 12 January 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are scheduled to take place 21/22 January 2026 

 

To apply, please go to: Work with us | Royal Institution