Head of Communications

Principal Duties

External Communications

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive external communications strategy aligned with the brand's business and marketing goals, raising brand awareness in established and growth markets.
• Lead the firm's social media strategy to boost engagement, advocacy and follower growth through high-quality content.
• Manage external agencies to maximise brand visibility and reach in key markets.
• Oversee media relations and build strong relationships with key legal, professional and financial publications.
• Direct day-to-day activities of the three-person Communications team, including:
  • Drafting and distributing firm, deal and people news
  • Pitching stories to media
  • Preparing communications for legal directory results
  • Drafting award submissions and related PR
• Identify thought-leadership opportunities to reinforce the firm's expertise.

Internal Communications

• Develop and implement an internal communications strategy to ensure all staff understand the firm's vision, goals and achievements.
• Partner with senior leadership and Group Services teams to support communications for business plans and initiatives.
• Enhance internal communication channels (Intranet, webinars, town halls).
• Lead communications for CSR, DE&I, wellbeing and alumni programmes.