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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Communications Specialist to join our Marketing and Business Development team. This role supports the firm’s communications portfolio and works collaboratively with various stakeholders. The Communications Specialist will be accountable for developing the firm's content portfolio, promotional materials, graphic design needs, managing directories and award nominations, and creating newsletters, articles, presentations, social media, and web-based content. At WeirFoulds, we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service to our clients, requiring a candidate who is client-focused and committed to service excellence. The successful candidate will be a creative self-starter with a collaborative mindset, positive attitude, and excellent attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the production and graphic design of marketing materials, including video material, to support business development and client communication initiatives.
- Creating and managing external and internal communications, including press releases, newsletters, website updates, social media content, print and online advertising, print collateral, and presentations and reports.
- Responsible for the planning, management, and execution of the firm’s third-party news and social media coverage, including pitching stories to media outlets.
- Managing award, rankings, and directory submissions.
- Maintaining the firm’s website, including refreshing information, managing SEO, testing page functionality, and monitoring communications.
- Managing onboarding requirements for new hires, including organizing photoshoots, press releases, social media advertisement, directory updates, and updating the CRM platform.
- Regular monitoring and action of department mailboxes for firm, publications, and announcements.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations.
- Experience in professional services (law firm experience preferred).
- Demonstrated experience with graphic design, content creation, and digital marketing.
- Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and website maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of social media platforms and management tools.
- Experience with graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar).
- SEO knowledge and web analytics tools (Google Analytics, etc.).
- Email marketing platforms and newsletter creation.
- Basic understanding of media relations and PR tools.
- Impressive visual design skills.
- Strong project management and organizational abilities.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative mindset for working with cross-functional teams.
- Solution-oriented team player.
- Experience with award submissions and industry directories.
- Media relations experience and existing media contacts.
- Experience with CRM systems.
Skills
- Graphic design
- Content creation
- Digital marketing
- Content management systems (CMS)
- Website maintenance
- Social media platforms
- Social media management tools
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Canva
- SEO
- Google Analytics
- Email marketing platforms
- Newsletter creation
- Media relations
- PR tools
- Project management
- Organizational abilities
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
Location
- Office (minimum 3 days per week)
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Experienced
- 2-4 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or related field
About the Company
- At WeirFoulds, we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service to our clients.