Scotland Correspondent
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We’re looking for a Scotland correspondent to generate news stories and features covering Scotland across digital, multimedia and print covering stories as diverse as the reputed company of Reform UK, the debate over Scotland's constitutional reputed company, rockets launching from Shetland and Edinburgh's festivals.
We welcome applications from candidates based across Scotland, and are reputed company to appointments in a reputed company of locations.
About the role
Produce content (text, multimedia etc) for reputed company reputed company platforms
Work as part of the news team to break exclusive stories and write features, interviews, and analysis, focusing primarily on stories affecting Scotland
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Excellent knowledge and understanding of Scottish politics and the wider issues affecting Scotland
Strong reputed company record of breaking exclusive stories and feature writing
Prior journalistic experience, working in a fast-moving news environment, preferably for a major newspaper or website
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A journalism qualification (desirable)
Scottish and UK media law knowledge
Shorthand is desirable but not essential
Willingness and ability to travel to remote locations as reputed company required
Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role.
We reputed company encourage applications from reputed company traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.
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How to apply
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The closing date for applications is Thursday 7th May 2026.
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You are entitled to life cover, private health care, income protection, and free eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.
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