Communications, Digital and Social Media Manager Laura Mitchell MSP

Laura Mitchell MSP is looking for a Communications, Digital and Social Media Manager to join her constituency team in Elgin, Moray. This position would suit a creative, politically aware communications professional who understands local issues and knows how to turn complex stories into engaging content.

• Develop and deliver a communications strategy covering parliamentary and constituency work.
• Manage social media accounts and plan engaging content across relevant platforms.
• Produce videos, photographs, graphics and constituency newsletters.
• Write press releases, statements and responses to media enquiries.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media organisations.
• Communicate parliamentary debates, committee work and policy developments in accessible language.
• Highlight local issues, community achievements and constituency campaigns.
• Monitor news and emerging political developments.
• Identify opportunities for media coverage and advise on communications responses.
• Track digital engagement and use performance data to improve content.
• Support engagement with community groups, businesses and local organisations.
• Work closely with Laura Mitchell MSP and her team to ensure communications are accurate, timely and relevant.

• Full time position.
• 35 hours per week.
• Based at the constituency office in Elgin.
• Some flexibility will be required for parliamentary business, media opportunities and constituency events outside normal working hours.

• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
• Experience managing social media accounts and producing digital content.
• Experience using Canva and other digital design tools.
• Strong understanding of Moray and its communities.
• Knowledge of the Scottish political and media landscape.
• Good editorial judgement and the ability to identify interesting stories.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Confidence working independently and taking initiative.
• Creative approach to communicating complex political and policy issues.
• Strong organisational skills and adaptability.
• Commitment to communicating effectively with constituents and building public trust.