Sally Brooks

Sally Brooks is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in higher education and healthcare sectors. Currently serving as Deputy Director of Operations (Education) at the University of Birmingham since May 2017, Sally provides operational leadership for education and student support delivery for approximately 7,000 students. Previous roles include Interim Deputy Director of Communications, Head of Communications and Engagement for infrastructure projects, and Head of Communications at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Other significant positions encompass Director of Community Investment at John Taylor Hospice and Major Gifts Manager for health research at the University of Birmingham. Sally's educational background includes a BSc (Hons) in Communications and Society from the University of Leicester, a PgDip in Journalism from De Montfort University, and a Master of Arts in Journalism (Crisis Communications) from De Montfort University.