Communications Executive - London, United Kingdom - Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Team:

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Communications Team within Marketing & Business Development

Reports to:

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Senior Communications Manager (London based)

Location:

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London

Purpose of job:

Working as part of BCLP's global Communications Team, you will support the Firm's strategy, focusing on the three key practices of Litigation & Investigations, Real Estate and Corporate & Finance Transactions alongside key industry sectors.

With the Communications Manager, you will support PR and media relations efforts to raise attorney profiles and the Firm's profile and guide key stakeholders on PR best practice to deliver strong external communications aligned to the overall strategy of the firm.

You'll also be part of the wider global Marketing & Business Development team and work closely with these colleagues to support with communications on major campaigns, sponsorships, Inclusion & Diversity and Corporate Responsibility, and firm wide initiatives.

You'll also work with our offices around the globe to support on communications in those offices and countries.

What's in it for you?
You'll be joining a highly respected and collegial team within a dynamic and ambitious law firm.

The Communications Team has a flat structure, senior exposure and there will be plenty of opportunities to use your creative flair, help the Firm tell its story, and grow in the role.

Key responsibilities
External Communications

Press Office - Practices and Sectors: Support the Firm's priority practices within its three global Departments: Corporate & Finance Transactions, Litigation & Investigations, and Real Estate, together with key industry sectors such as Sports & Entertainment, Hotels & Leisure and Banking driving daily proactive and reactive media relations within the UK and globally.

You are expected to be able to spot a news opportunity, ask leading questions and work out the best media approach.

Drafting press releases and pitching to the media (trade, sector, national, international and broadcast) is a key part of your role.

From time to time, you may also be asked to liaise with US PR agency on global initiatives.

Corporate Reputation Management:

Working alongside the rest of the Communications Team, you will be responsible for managing the Firm's corporate reputation which includes shared responsibility for publicising appointments and promotions, as well as other key milestones for the Firm such as the annual financial results, Inclusion & Diversity and Corporate Responsibility programmes, alongside HR programmes to attract and retain talent.

Campaigns:

Working with the wider marketing Campaigns Team on delivering communications to support profile raising and awareness in key media (legal, sector and national) on specific projects.

Digital:

You will assist with keeping the News and Insights section of the website up-to-date with fresh and relevant content.

You will also assist with content management related to the Firm's social media platforms, overseen by the Communications Coordinator in the US.

Evaluation:

You will be expected to maintain accurate records of the firm's media opportunities and successes (outside of the USA) feeding into the monthly Global Communications report for the Board.

Legal Surveys:

Coordinate with the Communications Manager in compiling the annual media surveys from the major legal press.

Ad hoc projects**:
Both internal and external communications may require your support from time to time.

Key relationships:

Communications Team

A small and efficient team covering both internal and external communications, acting as a hub for BCLP's global activities.

With colleagues in other geographies we are all part of one much larger team who sit within the wider BCLP Marketing and Business Development group.

As a team, we have numerous dealings with the Firm's global and country leadership.

In your primary role driving media relations for the Firm, you will develop and manage relationships with our most senior lawyers and Business Development teams, as well as building relationships with key journalists.

Experience and knowledge
Essential

Media relations: An indepth knowledge of and interest in the media is essential with proven experience of dealing with trade, national and international journalists. You must be adept at using the full range of media channels including social and new media to increase the awareness of the Firm. Experience of using print, broadcast and online media to project key news and information is crucial. A broad business media contact base is a bonus.
Copywriting: Strong writing skills are essential with experience of drafting copy for different audiences and styles. Attention to detail and proofreading skills are essential
Team coordination: Strong organisational skills are essential to deliver on this wideranging role.
Internal communications: An understanding of the role played by internal communicat