Brand, Communications and Operations Specialist - Belfast, United Kingdom - Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie

Verified Company

Belfast, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Location:
Belfast

Workplace:
Hybrid

The Opportunity:

The Brand, Communications and Operations Specialist will work as part of the Operations & Strategic Projects function of the Global Client Pursuits (GCP) team, the GCP Specialist will assist the GCP Operations & Strategic Projects Lead in developing and implementing the GCP's overall brand and communications strategy, as well as participate in ad hoc operations projects to drive improvements across the function and enable highquality pitching across the Firm.
This role will be responsible for developing and sharing interesting and engaging news, trends, best practices, and updates related to pitches and pursuits to create better connectivity and transparency with the business.
Additionally, the Brand & Communications and Operations Specialist will work with the Operations & Strategic Projects Lead on strategic projects which contribute to the GCP's mission to drive the Firm's Client and Market Strategy and champion operational excellence that enables the Firm to win highvalue client mandates to drive profitable growth.

Working at Baker McKenzie:

Baker McKenzie is the world's leading law firm with offices all over the world. Our Belfast Centre is home to over 400 teammates in both legal and professional services such as finance, IT, marketing and business support.
We offer one of the best workplace benefits packages in the business with comprehensive private health cover, income protection, life assurance and a full employee assistance plan. These and a host of other benefits make us one of the most desirable companies to work for in Belfast.
We are committed to promoting inclusion, diversity and equity for all and are confident we can provide a career as individual and as exceptional as you.

About the role:

Responsibilities:

In consultation with the GCP leadership team, this role will:
Create and manage the editorial calendar for GCP Firm communications
Assist in developing succinct and effective key messages, for GCP efforts and initiatives, and ensure they, and the Firm's voice, are effectively incorporated into all communications
Liaise with the BDMC communications team counterparts and GCP team to ensure messaging is aligned and brandcompliant
Liaise with GCP Leadership to gather information, identify internal storytelling ideas, and effectively message content concerning GCP initiatives and our people through established internal communications channels, including The Winning Post and Workplace
Work with various GCP team members to continuously improve the Pitch Data Room
Proactively identify new opportunities and develop new programs to enhance our internal communications, to boost employee engagement and morale
Develop and implement creative communication ideas to more effectively connect the pitching community across the Firm
Take an active role in certain operations and enablementrelated projects as require.

Experience Required:

Essential Criteria:

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience; a degree in Journalism, Public Relations, or Communications is a plus
Communications experience in large and dynamic organizations, preferably in a professional services environment
Excellent English written and verbal communications skills, ability to create impactful and engaging newsletters, writeups, and reports
Good design instincts and experience in creating visually appealing communications preferred
Strong judgment and ability to make wellreasoned independent decisions
Selfmotivated and independent, able to work and lead initiatives with a minimum of supervision
Comfortable working across multiple cultures and time zones in a matrix organization
Strong interpersonal skills, including a positive, cando attitude and pleasant nature, motivation and enthusiasm, personal drive, and energy
Organized, a detailed oriented individual with good project management skills
Strong attention to detail is a must
Strong clientservice orientation