Head of Marketing and Communications

Castle Water; Blairgowrie and Rattray; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in Scotland is seeking a Head of Marketing & Communications to lead brand and marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in B2B environments and a passion for digital innovation. The role is hybrid, requiring two days onsite per week. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Excellent benefits package

Focus on sustainability and innovation

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading brand and communications strategy in B2B or regulated environments.
• Skilled in managing PR and media relations to elevate brand visibility.
• Ability to craft compelling campaigns that resonate with customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of integrated brand and marketing strategies.
• Oversee PR and media relations to strengthen public perception.
• Create customer-centric campaigns and drive measurable outcomes.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Reputation Building

Customer-Centric Storytelling

Digital Innovation

Collaborative Influence

Team Empowerment

Job description

Head of Marketing & Communications

Castle Water

Blairgowrie/Hybrid

Salary circa £55,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Are you ready to redefine the future of marketing in a leading-edge water utility company? Castle Water, the UK's largest independent business water retailer, is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to take the reins as our Head of Marketing & Communications.

Since our inception in 2014, Castle Water has been committed to delivering exceptional water services at the best possible price. We serve over 250,000 customers across England and Scotland. We are proud to lead the industry with a focus on transparency, fairness, and customer service excellence. We’ve built a reputation for innovation and reliability in a market that is evolving rapidly, and we’re just getting started.

We’re looking for a strategic and creative Head of Marketing & Communications to take our brand to the next level. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead our marketing and communications strategy, oversee brand and digital engagement, and build Castle Water’s profile as a trusted and forward-thinking utility partner.

You’ll work closely with our leadership team and a talented marketing function to shape campaigns, tell powerful stories, and deliver meaningful results. If you thrive in a dynamic, customer-first environment and want to drive real change in a vital industry, we want to hear from you.

What We're Looking For:

• Strategic Leadership: Proven experience leading brand, marketing, and communications strategy in B2B or regulated environments.
• Reputation Building: Skilled in managing PR and media relations to elevate brand visibility and trust.
• Customer-Centric Storytelling: Ability to craft compelling, creative campaigns that resonate with customers and drive engagement.
• Digital Innovation: Expertise in optimising digital marketing channels and content strategy to boost online presence.
• Collaborative Influence: Strong track record of working cross-functionally and managing agency relationships to deliver unified campaigns.
• Team Empowerment: Passionate about inspiring, developing, and leading high-performing marketing teams.

Based in Blairgowrie, we value your presence in the office, aiming for two days a week onsite. With a preference for candidates with a reasonable commute to Blairgowrie, we offer a flexible and vibrant working environment designed to best support you in the role.

How to Apply: Ready to lead Castle Water into a new era of marketing excellence? Please submit your CV and cover letter (as one document) via the apply button. If you are unable to combine your documents, then please email your cover letter to [e-mail]

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nigel Fortnum or Harry Thomson at our recruitment partners, Aspen People, on 0141 212 7555

Closing date for applications: 6th August 2025

Job Description

The Head of Marketing & Communications will work closely with our leadership team and a talented marketing function to shape campaigns, tell powerful stories, and deliver meaningful results.

You’ll work closely with our leadership team and a talented marketing function to shape campaigns, tell powerful stories, and deliver meaningful results. If you thrive in a dynamic, customer-first environment and want to drive real change in a vital industry, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive Strategic Direction: Lead the development and execution of integrated brand, marketing, digital, and communications strategies to elevate visibility and impact.
• Enhance Brand Reputation: Oversee PR and media relations to strengthen public perception and position the brand as a trusted industry leader.
• Deliver Engaging Campaigns: Create innovative, customer-centric campaigns and content that resonate across diverse audiences and drive measurable outcomes.
• Maximise Digital Performance: Optimise digital marketing efforts to boost online engagement, lead generation, and brand reach.
• Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams and external agencies to ensure alignment, consistency, and performance across all initiatives.
• Lead with Impact: Inspire, mentor, and grow a high-performing marketing team that thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

Competencies:

• Experience leading marketing and communications in a B2B or regulated environment
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and content strategy
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• A commitment to fairness, transparency, and customer-first thinking

Why Join Castle Water?

• A growing, independent company with a national impact
• Hybrid working and a strong culture of flexibility and support
• Clear focus on sustainability, customer service, and innovation
• An opportunity to shape the voice and vision of a trusted brand