Olivia Carson

External Relations Manager at ScotRail | Political Advocacy, Public Relations

Motherwell, Scotland, United Kingdom

About

A decade of experience in public affairs, politics, and communications, and a BA in Politics from the University of Strathclyde. My core competencies include political analysis, stakeholder engagement, policy research, advocacy, and media relations. I have a keen interest in international relations, labour market trends, and social justice.

Experience

  • External Relations Manager at ScotRail
    Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • CIPD (4 yrs 8 mos)
    • Public Affairs Officer (Devolved Nations)
      Mar 2022 - Apr 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    • Public Affairs Officer (Scotland & Northern Ireland)
      May 2021 - Mar 2022 · 11 mos

    • Public Affairs Officer (Scotland)
      Sep 2019 - May 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Councillor at North Lanarkshire Council
    May 2017 - May 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Elected member for Ward 18 (Motherwell North)

  • The Scottish Parliament (4 yrs 1 mo)
    • Press & Campaigns Officer for Jackie Baillie MSP
      Apr 2018 - Sep 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

    • Researcher for Jackie Baillie MSP
      Sep 2015 - Mar 2018 · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • The Labour Party (1 yr 5 mos)
    • Campaign Assistant
      Sep 2015 - May 2016 · 9 mos

    • Administrator
      Jan 2015 - Sep 2015 · 9 mos