Brand, Communications and Marketing Manager - Americas

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to help develop and execute Clifford Chance's Brand, Communications and Marketing (BCM) strategy in the Americas. Our US and Latin America offering is central to the firm's global strategy and this position plays a central role in distinguishing us in the US market. Reporting to the Head of BCM – Americas and acting as second-in-command in the team, you will provide leadership and direction in support of the function's strategic objectives. You will work closely with partners, lawyers and business professional functions across the region, collaborate with global teams, and engage with external suppliers and agencies. This role can be located in either our New York, Washington DC or Houston offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cascading firm and regional positioning and messages on specific initiatives and projects through the appropriate channels internally and externally.
• Supporting Corporate Communications and Reputation Management, Business Continuity Planning, Issue Management and Change Management activities.
• Drafting and advising on executive communications in the region for Office Managing Partners, Regional Practice Area Leaders, General Managers and function leads.
• Supporting firm profile activity, marketing campaigns and design, including the management of regional activation of global brand initiatives.
• Proactively identifying and managing communication opportunities internally and externally, aligned with the firm's strategy, including in focus areas for business growth.
• Developing messaging and drafting content for a variety of channels including executive comms, press releases, social media, internal stories and marketing campaigns.
• Communications planning and promotion of key growth areas and initiatives in areas such as Tech, Energy & Infrastructure, Healthcare & Life Sciences and Private Capital.
• Providing strategic advice, counsel and training to stakeholders (including the BCM and Business Development teams) on media and sponsorship opportunities.
• Serving as a brand ambassador and custodian by guiding the business on appropriate materials and correct branding.
• Supporting on BCM team management, including attending regular team meetings at local, regional and global levels, and helping develop other members of the team.
• Managing the communications planning for new hires, promotions, and any departures or retirements.

Your experience

Personal competencies

• Professional, personable and mature, with the ability to work appropriately with people at all levels of the organization, including senior executives. Able to foster, enhance and contribute to the team environment.
• Skilled communicator, able to convince and articulate verbally and in writing.
• Well-informed on current events, news and business trends, and commercially aware.
• Able to deal with multiple priorities and projects and meet deadlines, while getting the job done to the highest standards.
• Adept at calmly handling urgent situations as they arise, with the flexibility to adapt to fast-changing dynamics.
• Possesses the ability to see the big picture, but also pay tight attention to detail when required.
• Accessible and client oriented.

Professional skills

• Experience in professional services marketing, public relations or corporate communications – knowledge and experience of a sector approach a plus.
• Excellent English drafting, writing and editing skills - as close to journalistic standards as possible, with experience drafting for a variety of channels including internal and social media.
• Spanish language skills a plus.
• Understanding of media, news and editorial priorities.
• Ability to design and deliver integrated campaigns – including as part of a wider global team on multi-region/global activity.
• Takes ownership of tasks and can meet deadlines and manage stakeholders.
• Experience with, and an understanding of, social media (opportunities and risks).
• Familiar with event concepts, organization and management.
• Commercially aware and intellectually curious, sensitive to the concerns and needs of internal and external clients, both locally and internationally.
• Comfortable with technology; understands applying AI tools for marketing communications.
  • Filming and video production skills a plus.
  • Understanding of print, design and graphic production processes a plus.
  • Analytical and research skills.
  • Understanding of our clients’ commercial objectives and marketplace.
• Must keep abreast of market developments pertaining to the practice area and develop a deep understanding of the practice area's offerings, clients and markets.
• Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office; proficiency in Interaction or CRM systems preferred.
• Ability to work outside of core business hours as needed.
• Must be independently legally authorized to work in the United States.

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package. The salary range for this role is $185,000 to $200,000. The actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:

It has been and continues to be the Firm’s policy to provide equal opportunity and equal terms and conditions of employment to all employees and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, immigration status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, genetic predisposition, or any other status protected by law.

Alternatives are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system.  For assistance, please contact Clifford Chance's Human Resources Department at Human Resources Department or call 212-878-8000.