Communications and PR Executive (12-Month FTC)
London
Fixed-term Contract - 12 months
A leading, well-known full-service law firm are looking for a talented Communications and PR Executive to join their dynamic Marketing and Communications team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Reporting to the Head of Communications, you’ll play a key role in building and protecting the firm’s brand and reputation—across media relations, internal communications, digital content, and thought leadership campaigns.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated communications professional to make an impact within a highly respected, forward-thinking law firm.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver PR plans for select practice areas, including media outreach, awards, and thought leadership.
- Build relationships with key trade, legal, and national media to generate positive press coverage.
- Draft and distribute press releases and manage incoming media enquiries.
- Run the day-to-day press office, maintaining coverage trackers, reporting tools, and contact lists.
- Provide media training and guidance to lawyers and partners.
- Support firm-wide internal and external comms campaigns across multiple channels.
- Collaborate with teams across CSR, Diversity & Inclusion, Graduate Recruitment, and Pro Bono to amplify initiatives internally and externally.
- Write and publish news content for the firm’s intranet and digital platforms.
- Help manage communications with the firm’s alumni network.
- Work closely with the Digital Marketing team to enhance the firm’s presence on platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram).
- Create engaging social media content in line with brand and messaging goals.
- Advise legal teams on social media best practices and strategies.
- Assist with the firm’s awards programme, from submissions to internal and external comms.
- Support the Business Development team and legal departments with legal directories processes.
- Collaborate with the Brand team to ensure consistent messaging across all campaigns and channels.
- Partner with HR and Graduate Recruitment to support employer brand initiatives.
- Deliver impactful communications for client campaigns and thought leadership pieces.
Skills & Experience
- 2+ years’ experience in a communications or PR role, ideally within professional services.
- Familiarity with the legal industry and its media landscape is a bonus.
- Experience in digital marketing and content creation desirable.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management abilities.
- Proficiency with social media platforms and Microsoft Office; Adobe Creative Suite a plus.
- A collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude.
- Organised, efficient, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
- Creative thinker with an eye for detail and brand consistency.
- Professional, approachable, and able to work well under pressure.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, award-winning team working at the heart of a modern law firm. With a strong focus on professional development, inclusion, and flexibility, this role offers a great platform to grow your career in legal marketing and communications.
