External Communications Manager

The External Communications Manager will be pivotal in enhancing the brand visibility and reputation of the finance practice groups for this top-tier global law firm. This role will involve strategizing and implementing effective communication plans, and managing the company's public relations to ensure a positive image - overseeing external communications delivery.

Client Details

We are representing a leading international law firm with excellent reputation for staff development and employee satisfaction. Known for its dedication to providing consistently high quality client services, the firm is well established as a highly reputable global tier-one firm. Working for a leading brand, expanding awareness of their finance practice groups offering and services.

Description

The External Communications Manager (Finance Practice Groups) will have demonstrable skills:

• Develop and execute engaging external communication strategies.
• Manage the company's media relations, media contacts and maximize media opportunities.
• Collaborate with the marketing and wider communications team to develop promotional materials and programs including working on pitches, RFP's and RFI's.
• Plan and manage the company's presence at industry events and conferences, press releases, media enquiries, preparing for media questions.
• Monitor, analyze and communicate PR results regularly.
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders in the industry.
• Coordinate with international teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

The successful External Communications Manager will have:

• A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in managing and executing effective external communication strategies preferably within big-law, working with finance practice groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in public speaking and presentation - maintaining media contacts and maximizing media exposure.
• Strong networking skills with the ability to engage with various stakeholders.

Job Offer

This External Communications Manager role is offering:

• A competitive salary range of approximately $135,000 - $187,000, plus annual bonus and highly competitive benefits.
• Opportunities for career progression within a large leading international law firm.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance and other comprehensive benefits.

We encourage all qualified candidates who are looking to grow their career in a challenging and rewarding environment to apply for the External Communications Manager position.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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