Media and Communications Officer

Do you have a passion for clear and compelling communication with experience of navigating the Scottish media landscape? BEAR Scotland, the operating company for Transport Scotland’s North West trunk road network, is seeking a talented Media & Communications Officer to join our Perth-based team.

In this fast-paced role, you’ll play a key part in driving our communications strategy across the organisation. You’ll help us manage a 24/7 press office and develop engaging content for our digital channels, all in line with our client’s vision for Scotland’s trunk roads.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Craft compelling press releases, media statements and other communications materials.
• Develop and manage engaging content for social media platforms.
• Design and create infographics and videos to support our digital strategy.
• Support the development of communications strategies and plans.
• Lead the development and implementation of communications campaigns across various channels.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clear and consistent messaging.
• Analyse and report on the effectiveness of our communications activities.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working under pressure.
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Has a strong understanding of the Scottish media landscape.
• Brings a creative approach to content development and design.
• Is a confident and collaborative team player.
• Has experience using social media and digital communication tools (experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus).
• Holds a full approved UK driving licence.

Why BEAR?

BEAR Scotland currently manages, maintains and improves 1962km of Scottish trunk road including over 2000 bridges and structures through some of the most scenic, but challenging, parts of the country. That means delivering £million investment on road maintenance and improvement every year.

We believe that the people who work with us are our greatest asset and, in order for us to succeed, we make sure we retain and attract a talented, innovative and dedicated team. In return, we offer:

A tailored, competitive salary

Pension and life assurance

Up to 34 days annual leave per year

Additional annual leave purchase through Salary Sacrifice

2 paid days per year to help to support your charity of your choice

BEAR Rewards – shopping discounts and cashback

Employee Assistance Programme available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible/Hybrid working

Development and progression plan

Grow your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, flourish, and succeed.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We wish to ensure equality of opportunity in employment and the fair treatment of all our employees.

About BEAR

BEAR is an alliance formed by three leading companies – Vinci, Jacobs and Breedon. We manage two of Scotland’s four Trunk Road Maintenance Contracts (South-East & North West) for Transport Scotland. We are also the primary contractor on two major DBFO contracts (M80 Stepps – Haggs and A92 Dundee – Arbroath).

As a company we pride ourselves on delivering a first-rate service to our clients based on the commitment of all our employees, our flexible approach and breadth of experience. This has helped us become the recognised sector-leader in Scotland driving ongoing improvements to the areas that we manage.