The University of Warwick has appointed Satnam Rana-Grindley to the role of Director of Communications – Corporate Brand in the Marketing, Communications, and Insights team.

With a passion for strategic storytelling, Satnam will lead the communications team to strengthen and enhance the University's reputation in line with its 2030 vision to be one of the world’s exceptional universities, helping to transform the West Midlands, UK, and world, for the collective good.

Expressing her enthusiasm about this new chapter in her career, Satnam said, "The University of Warwick is world-leading in its research and teaching and is a transformational force for good for individuals and society. I am passionate about working to create a better tomorrow through communications and this role presents a great opportunity for me to do just that.”

Satnam brings a wealth of experience to the University of Warwick with a distinguished 21-year career in Broadcast Journalism at the BBC, she was part of the presenter lineup for BBC Midlands Today and up until 2020, the Arts and Culture Correspondent. Following her time at the BBC, Satnam transitioned to corporate communications at Greater Birmingham and Solihull LEP (GBSLEP) where she was a member of the senior leadership team. Notably, she set up and led the marketing, communications, and external affairs directorate.

The University of Warwick’s Marketing, Communications and Insights function is entering a new phase and will play a vital role in enhancing and elevating the work that the university does in line with objectives set out in its 2030 strategy.

Reflecting on this new chapter Ajay Teli, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer, University of Warwick, says “As we begin the countdown to our 60th anniversary next year, the University of Warwick reaffirms its continuing commitment to pioneering innovation, research, and teaching. Our world-leading academics, researchers and students are dedicated to creating tomorrow's real-world solutions amidst fast-moving social, economic, and environmental challenges.

“With a global footprint from our Warwick Venice Centre to partnerships with Monash University in Australia plus hubs in Asia, our story has a global reach. Our ambition is to amplify our impact on regional, national, and international platforms, ensuring our story reaches audiences far and wide.”

The University of Warwick looks forward to reinforcing its position as a leader in academia and beyond through strategic communications.