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Salary £45,711 to £49,229 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions | Full time | National

We are seeking an experienced User Researcher to join the Forestry Development team on a full-time basis (35 hours per week).

The post can be based at any Scottish Forestry office and operates on a hybrid working basis.

As a User Researcher, you will:

  • work across a multifunctional agency covering areas like digital, operational delivery, and policy
  • work with a range of stakeholders to bring user-centred design to the heart of what Scottish Forestry does
  • help shape our approach to future forestry grant support across Scotland

The successful candidate should be confident in developing and delivering research and effectively communicating results to a range of audiences.

Review the Job Description for more information on this role.

Application closing date

The application closing date for this role is 27 September 2026.

Apply on the Scottish Forestry recruitment portal

£45,711 to £49,229 + 28.97% employer pension contributions | Full time | National

We’re looking for a talented Brand and Content Manager for an 18-month fixed-term appointment to help tell the story of Scottish Forestry and the vital role forestry plays in Scotland’s environment, communities and economy.

Working within our Corporate Affairs and Communications team, you will:

  • lead on brand, material and publication design and visual content development
  • ensure a consistent and professional approach across all Scottish Forestry communications
  • act as the organisation's brand and visual creative specialist
  • provide expert advice to colleagues and senior leaders
  • manage relationships with external design agencies and creative suppliers to deliver high-quality outputs

We are seeking an experienced professional with:

  • experience in brand management, design coordination, visual content development or corporate communications
  • a strong understanding of brand governance and the ability to apply brand guidelines consistently across publications, digital content and corporate materials
  • experience managing external suppliers and creative partners to deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget
  • excellent written, visual and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging content
  • strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities and tight deadlines
  • sound judgement, attention to detail and the confidence to provide expert advice to colleagues and senior leaders
  • experience developing effective working relationships across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
  • an appropriate professional qualification in marketing, communications, brand management or a related field, or:
    • a university degree
    • demonstrable experience applying specialist knowledge within a brand and content management environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and motivated individual who is collaborative, organised, solutions focused and passionate about brand, design and visual storytelling.

Review the Job Description for more information on this role.

Application closing date

The application closing date for this role is 04 October 2026.

Apply on the Scottish Forestry recruitment portal

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