This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.
Are you a creative designer with a passion for digital storytelling, audience engagement and social media?
The Scottish Government's Resourcing Attraction Team is looking for a talented Graphic and Content Designer to help bring our employer brand to life and showcase the diverse and rewarding career opportunities available across the organisation.
In this varied and creative role, you will develop and deliver engaging, audience-focused content across a range of digital and print channels, helping to attract talented people into roles that make a difference to communities across Scotland. From designing social media campaigns, webpages and candidate guides to creating infographics, animations and digital advertising, your work will play a key role in strengthening our recruitment campaigns, enhancing the candidate experience and increasing awareness of Scottish Government careers.
Working closely with recruitment, attraction and communications colleagues, you'll have the opportunity to lead creative projects, shape innovative content approaches and use data-driven insights to maximise the impact of your work
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Create engaging graphic design and digital content to support recruitment and attraction campaigns.
- Manage creative projects from initial concept through to production, testing and delivery.
- Lead and manage social media content, including planning, creation, scheduling and performance monitoring.
- Work with recruitment colleagues and stakeholders to develop effective content and attraction strategies.
- Provide expert advice on design, content creation, recruitment marketing and digital channels.
- Ensure all content meets Scottish Government brand, accessibility and quality standards.
- Use data, user insights and performance metrics to evaluate and improve content effectiveness.
- Build strong working relationships, share best practice and contribute positively to team and organisational goals.
- Manage competing priorities effectively while supporting continuous learning and professional development.
Qualifications
Working pattern
This role is a permanent level transfer position.
How to Apply
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.
Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
Vacancy closes at 11:59pm on Wednesday 5th August
Selection Process
All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.
Informal discussions are to be confirmed.
Further Information
If you have specific questions about the role, please contact sarah.wright@gov.scot
Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.
Resourcing Graphic and Content Designer - B2 in Edinburgh employer: Scottish Government
The Scottish Government offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, where you can make a significant impact on customer service and safeguarding across Scotland. With a strong focus on employee development and innovation, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities while working alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence in public service. Join us in shaping a high-performing organisation that values collaboration and strives for transformative results.
