UK Government Affairs & Communications Manager (Scotland)

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/12/2026

Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Closing Date: 23:59 on 01/12/2025

Salary: £30,000.00 to £37,500.00, dependent on your skills, knowledge and experience

Location: Preferably Glasgow; however, we will consider applications from Dundee or Edinburgh. 40-60% of the week is spent in the office

Interviews: 10/12

Next year is a huge moment for The King’s Trust, our 50th anniversary and a landmark Scottish election year. As our UK Government Affairs & Communications Manager for Scotland, you’ll be right at the centre of it all. This is your chance to shape the national conversation about young people, influence policy at the highest levels, and tell powerful stories that spark change across Scotland.

In this dynamic, fixed-term role, you’ll lead our public affairs and media activity across the nation, raising awareness of The Trust’s impact and amplifying the voices of the young people we support. One day, you’ll be coordinating political visits or shaping policy responses; the next, you’ll be driving proactive media campaigns, securing standout coverage for major events like The Pride of Scotland Awards or The King’s Trust Awards. No two days will feel the same, especially in an election year where opportunity, momentum and visibility matter more than ever.

If you’re energised by fast-moving politics, passionate about credible storytelling, and ready to play a key part in a once-in-a-generation year for The King’s Trust, this role puts you at the heart of the action. Join us, and help secure the partnerships, influence and public support that will unlock brighter futures for young people across Scotland.

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What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.

Why do we need UK Government Affairs & Communications Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of the UK Government Affairs & Communications Manager!

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package!30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
• Flexible working!Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events– The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
• In-house learning platform!Develop your skills for your career and your role
• Benefits platform!Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks– KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
• Fantastic Family leave!Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
• Generous life assurance cover(4 x annual salary)

For more information about our benefits, please click here. 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). For more information, please click here. 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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