Communications Manager

Job Title: Communications Manager

Location: Inverness

Salary: Band 6 (£41,000 - £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-Time until end of October 2025


About the Role

Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for public service and community engagement?

Blue Arrow is seeking a dynamic and experienced Communications Manager on behalf of their client to lead and deliver high-quality internal and external communications across our diverse and geographically unique health board.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic communication plans aligned with NHS Highland's values and priorities.

Lead on media relations, including drafting press releases, managing enquiries, and cultivating relationships with journalists.

Manage internal communications channels to ensure timely, relevant, and accessible information for staff.

Oversee digital communications, including website content, social media strategy, and video storytelling.

Support cultural change initiatives through targeted campaigns and stakeholder engagement.

Advise senior leaders on communications risks, opportunities, and best practices.

Monitor and evaluate communications effectiveness using data-driven insights.

We're looking for someone who is:

A skilled communicator with experience in media relations, digital content, and stakeholder engagement.

Confident in managing complex communications in a fast-paced environment.

Able to write clearly, concisely, and with impact across multiple platforms.

Experienced in leading campaigns and managing reputational issues.

Collaborative, proactive, and passionate about public health and community wellbeing.

Essential Criteria:

Degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or a related field.

Proven experience in a communications role, ideally within the public or health sector.

Strong understanding of digital media and analytics.

Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

If you are interested, please send your CV or give us a call on 01463 240590

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