Corporate Communications Manager

We are currently seeking applications for two Corporate Communications Manager vacancies.

Our Corporate Communications team is dedicated to ensuring that our Transport Scotland colleagues are informed, engaged and have their voices heard. We develop internal communications strategies and deliver a range of activities which help our colleagues understand our purpose and priorities, and engage with our vision and values.

As a crucial member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality service to the organisation, focusing on internal communications and employee engagement.

This role requires specialist communications skills and expertise.

Our small dynamic team often works within a fast paced and changing environment where deadlines vary, so you’ll need strong planning and organisational skills and be able to effectively prioritise.

You will demonstrate excellent analytical skills, and you will work confidently and flexibility with colleagues, at all levels, to give ideas and credible advice, and develop and deliver communications activity such as news articles, briefings, blogs and events.

We are a creative team, driven by impact and outcomes, so we are keen to welcome a colleague who shares our energy for continuous improvement.

Essential Criteria

1. Experience of working within a changing communications environment, with excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
2. Proven track record of delivering successful and strategic internal communications and events plans based on evidence and insight, that supports business outcomes.
3. Excellent writing, editing and digital skills and the ability to tailor content for different channels and audiences to tight deadlines.
4. A confident and clear communicator with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with stakeholders, at all levels.

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Background

Transport Scotland is the national transport agency, seeking to deliver a safe, efficient, cost-effective and sustainable transport system for the benefit of the people of Scotland. Transport Scotland is accountable to Parliament and the public through Scottish Ministers, with a budget of around £3.5 billion per year. Transport is a vital feature of the Scottish Government's focus on increasing sustainable economic growth, and transport investments and policies have major impacts on the economy, people, and the environment.