Communications Lead – Rugby Development

Company: Scottish Rugby
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

Communications Lead for Rugby Development

We’re looking for a passionate communications professional to tell the community story louder, to more people, and with greater impact. As our Communications Lead for Rugby Development, you will be at the heart of how rugby grows, connects, and inspires at every level.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Lead the Rugby Development communications strategy, driving a communications plan aligned to strategic priorities and collaborating with Marketing, Social and Content teams as the lead voice on messaging for the community game.
  • Identify and deliver standout milestones and moments that matter in the rugby calendar.
  • Champion the community game, ensuring Rugby Development and the domestic game are always well represented.
  • Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to share stories that maximize reach and impact.

What We’re Looking For

  • Translate high‑level priorities into clear, compelling narratives.
  • Establish strong media relationships and have a proven track record of generating impactful coverage, managing proactive campaigns and reactive situations.
  • Build trusted relationships with partners, colleagues and grassroots clubs, confident in collaboration and the ability to bring people along.
  • Lead integrated communication plans across communications, marketing and digital channels.

Benefits

  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
  • Access to rugby and concert tickets
  • Employee discounts
  • Wellbeing programmes

Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026