The Global Communications Director develops and implements comprehensive strategic communications programs and multi-channel campaigns to elevate the Dechert brand internally and externally, strengthen client and media relationships and amplify thought leadership among our target audience. This is hands-on leadership role collaborates with firm leadership, senior partners, department chiefs and the entire Marketing team. The Director manages the firm’s global communications group, including contracted services and external vendors, and reports to the Chief Marketing Officer.
Job Description
Strategy and management
- Develop and implement a global communications strategy, plan and budget aligned with firm objectives.
- Actively manage the global Communications group that includes campaign management, public relations, editorial, recognition, social media, internal communications, graphic design and digital media.
- Collaborate closely with firm leadership, practice leaders, department chiefs and colleagues across the Marketing team (business development, events, etc.).
- Serve as the firm’s brand guardian, ensuring consistency of voice, messaging and visual identity across all channels and jurisdictions.
- Oversee multi-channel campaigns from strategy through execution, including ensuring efficient processes and KPI tracking.
- Oversee external agencies and vendors (PR firms, writers, design, digital).
- Drive data-informed decision-making by tracking and analyzing communications KPIs and adjusting strategy accordingly to drive engagement and operational improvements.
Communications channels
- Lead media relations: cultivate relationships with target publications; secure placements in top-tier business, legal and trade outlets; manage internal team and external agencies.
- Manage crisis and issues communications: prepare statements, Q&As, briefing materials and rapid response protocols.
- Oversee content creation: thought leadership articles, newsletters, social media campaigns, video, podcasts and web content.
- Manage recognition: Partner with practice and industry leaders to showcase our experience and drive award submissions and directory rankings.
- Direct internal communications: firmwide announcements, leader and Talent communications, intranet content and all-hands presentations to enhance employee engagement.
- Oversee the firm’s website so it consistently showcases our brand, people and experience, with a focus on user experience and search optimization.
- Manage graphics and design as a strategic function that translates the firm’s brand objectives into clear, engaging visuals that are consistent with brand guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS / KSAs:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or business-related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in marketing communications in a law firm, consulting or other professional services firm. Must have law firm experience.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience managing a marketing communications team.
- Excellent communicator with ability to influence, build trust and persuade across all levels of the organization.
- Strong media relations, relationship management and brand savvy.
- Strategy development, data analytics, project management, problem solving and change management skills.
- Experience successfully building, coaching and motivating a high-performing team.
- Professional and positive approach, self-motivated, team player.
- Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to clearly and succinctly present recommendations related to complex issues.
- Experience with business-related programs including knowledge with PowerPoint, Excel, Word and project management software, as well as experience using AI.
Additional Job Description
At the time of this posting, the salary range for this position in New York, Boston and Washington, DC is $340,000 to $380,000 annually. Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience and location of the position.
Location(s)
New YorkBoston, Philadelphia, Washington DC
Time Type
Full time
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