Communications Manager - Rugby Development: Scottish Rugby

Salary: circa £30,000 DOE

Location: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy.

The vacancy

We have a fantastic opportunity within our Communications team for someone who thrives on producing engaging content across digital, social, print and broadcast media to promote the community game.

Specifically supporting the Rugby Development department, you will develop and implement all comms plans for Rugby Development initiatives and strategic objectives.

What you will be doing:

  • Create storytelling to generate interest in the community game

  • Work with partners and stakeholders to generate impactful PR and media coverage

  • Plan and deliver media events

  • Work with commercial partners to support activations promoting their investment in the sport

What we're looking for:

  • Previous experience of delivering communications plans

  • Excellent project management skills

  • An understanding of rugby union, Scottish Rugby, and its strategic objectives

To view the full role profile and get some more information about the role, see the document available at the bottom of this page ⬇

Ready to make the next step in your career?

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, complete the application form. Included in this, we'd like you to share the skills and experience you would bring to this role and why you'd love to work at Scottish Rugby.

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

#AsOne

The Company

At Scottish Rugby, we believe in the power of people coming together to make a difference. Just listen to our voices fill a stadium as we sing the national anthem at an international!

We live and breathe rugby, and our passion shines through everything we do. We are exceptionally proud of our work and the people we do it for. Our goal is to create unforgettable moments - on and off the pitch - through inspirational winning teams, thriving rugby communities, passionate fans, and a vibrant national stadium.

We foster a culture where everyone feels valued and included and we encourage bold ideas and fearless innovation. With curiosity, enthusiasm, and a deep sense of purpose, we bring our best to work every day.

From grassroots to the international stage, together we drive positive change and leave a lasting impact on the game's future.

Find out more about joining the team and playing your part in inspiring Scotland through rugby.

Further information and applications

Date published: 4 September 2025
Date updated: 4 September 2025

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