£53,796 - £58,569 per annum + 28.97% employer pension contributions | Full time | National
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Affairs Business Manager to play a key role in managing the organisation's engagement with Ministers, the Scottish Government and the Scottish Parliament.
Working within our Corporate Affairs and Communications team, you will:
- coordinate the flow of sensitive and time-critical information, including:
- ministerial commissions
- correspondence
- Parliamentary Questions
- briefings
- key corporate communications
- act as a vital link between Scottish Forestry and:
- Ministerial Private Offices
- the Environment and Forestry Directorate
- internal stakeholders
- ensure accurate and timely responses are delivered
The role will also oversee Scottish Forestry's Information Request Team, ensuring effective management of Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) requests and supporting the agency's commitment to openness, transparency and compliance.
We are seeking an experienced professional with:
- experience in government, corporate affairs, public policy or a related field
- a strong understanding of government processes, such as correspondence, Parliamentary Questions, briefings and information requests
- excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- sound judgement, attention to detail and the confidence to provide advice to senior leaders
- experience building effective relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who is collaborative, organised, solution-focused and enjoys working in a fast paced environment at the heart of our Corporate Affairs function.
Review the Job Description for more information on this role.
Application closing date
The application closing date for this role is 14 September 2026.
Apply on the Scottish Forestry recruitment portal
