LAG – Events and Communications Coordinator

About the Job

We are looking for an applicant who is bright, well-organised, enthusiastic, and committed to access to justice. The role is a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO to ensure the smooth delivery of LAG’s publications and events. The applicant will be able to develop their skill set by working in a dynamic team with a range of skills.

The successful candidate will get to attend interesting events, develop their writing/editing skills, and be part of the friendly LAG team. As LAG is at the heart of the social justice community, the successful candidate will work closely with our partner organisations including leading law firms, chambers, community advice organisations, and NGOs.

Working for an independent book publisher, the Events and Communications Coordinator will be involved in the day-to-day running of publications and work with our editor and authors.

This is an exciting time to be joining LAG as we are moving to more digital formats and looking towards disseminating wider knowledge and campaigning within the legal community and society. This role offers a great opportunity to learn more about the social justice landscape and to make a positive contribution to LAG’s work.

Publishing (books and magazine)

1. Assisting the editorial board with commissioning decisions
2. Supporting LAG’s publisher as required
3. Relationship management with authors

Training and events

1. Supporting the Training Lead with event logistics
2. Coordination of online and in-person seminars/conferences/training
3. Marketing of events and preparation of materials

Communications

1. Assisting with the development LAG’s online presence
2. Administration of mailing and marketing software
3. Liaising with Publisher and Training Lead to develop marketing strategies
4. Assisting customer service when cover required for customer queries
5. Member and subscriber database administration
6. Point of contact for subscription agencies
7. Notetaking at internal and external meetings
8. Coordinate staff meetings and sub-groups, including collating and circulating papers, coordinating logistics and meeting spaces (in person or online)