Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Award winning law firm

Newly created role  

London based

Hybrid working

We are delighted to be working with this award-winning law firm who are looking for a talented Communications Manager to join the team based in London.

This is an exciting opportunity to join this well established, highly reputable firm who are in a period of growth and are making a real impact on the sector. They have a culture that is supportive, collaborative, forward thinking and inclusive. They have a strong set of values which sit at the heart of everything they do, creating an environment that is down to earth, friendly and approachable, where everyone is heard.

Due to the firms continued success, they are looking for a Communications Manager to join the Marketing & BD team in a greenfield role with enormous scope for the right candidate. Working closely with senior stakeholders across the firm, the successful candidate will bring a strong skill set to the role that encompasses a mix of strategic planning and tactical delivery.

This Communications Manager role has a remit that includes:

• Devising and implementing an impactful internal and external communications strategy ensuring consistency with the firms overarching strategy and key messaging.
• Developing communications plans for individual practice groups, drafting highly engaging, relevant content tailored for key audiences.
• Collaborating with the wider MBD team to support key marketing campaigns.
• Review communications channels and processes, developing best practice.
• Work with key stakeholders to lead on all internal and external communications initiatives.
• Build and maintain excellent media relationships and proactively identify profile raising opportunities.
• Respond to media enquiries and drive media engagement.
• Develop content for the firm’s website and social media channels.
• Support on various brand development initiatives.
• Collaborate on various upcoming projects.

The successful candidate for this Communications Manager role will have:

• A minimum of 5 years communications experience gained in a professional services environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A client centric approach.
• A proven track record of developing relationships.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• A creative, proactive approach, with high levels of intellectual curiosity.
• Excellent knowledge of media, digital marketing and martech platforms.
• Experience of media management, content management and campaigns.
• Great attention to detail.

Equal Opportunities

As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that's why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.