Deputy Director, Strategy and Communications

About us The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) is the trade association representing the Scotch Whisky industry, Scotland''s largest food, and drink export and one of the UK''s most iconic global products. We work with governments, international organisations and industry stakeholders to secure fair market access, promote proportionate regulation, and protect Scotch Whisky worldwide. The Role We are seeking an outstanding Deputy Director of Strategy and Communications to join the Scotch Whisky Association at a pivotal moment for the industry. Reporting to the Director of Strategy and Communications, this is a high-profile role at the centre of our engagement with SWA member companies and political stakeholders. You will help shape and deliver our strategy and communications activity, building influential relationships across Westminster, Whitehall, and the devolved administrations. Working across the political spectrum, you will ensure our members'' priorities are clearly understood and effectively represented. Download the full job description here . Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver SWA''s political engagement strategy, positioning the Scotch Whisky industry with senior stakeholders across Government and Parliament. Build and maintain influential relationships with Ministers, officials, Special Advisers and other key stakeholders across the UK and devolved administrations, supporting SWA''s ability to influence policy and public debate. Manage, motivate, and ..... full job details .....