Global Communications Director

Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the world's largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.

The firm is currently recruiting for the role of Global Communications Director. This position will report to the Global Chief Communications Officer and interface with senior stakeholders and teams across the firm to drive employee engagement and external storytelling to elevate the Dentons brand and market position. This role is a key leadership position to drive our communications activities across the Firm at the Global level, advancing Firmwide strategic priorities. The role is multi-faceted and intersects executive, internal, external, and issues/crisis communications. Candidate can be based on the east coast of the US, Canada or the UK and is fully remote with the opportunity to be based in a Dentons office on occasion, as desired.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategically oversee a variety of global internal communications materials, vehicles and processes, including extensive writing, editing, and management.
• Develop and manage multiple, complex content streams for regular internal communications and external PR efforts, interfacing with people across every region of the Firm, and the media.
• Research and draft internal and external announcements.
• Manage various regular internal communications to help Firm leadership communicate effectively, articulate key priorities and enhance firmwide engagement.
• Identify and pursue new channels (both internal and external) of communications to engage key audiences in an effort to support the Firm's overall goals.
• Coordinate global projects, serving as a key liaison with Brand, Digital, Marketing and Business Development teams.
• Lead on global inorganic growth, ESG and leadership communications.
• Support major integrated global marketing campaigns through development and execution of communications plans.
• Compose internal and external communications from leadership, including combinations and new initiative communications.
• Write and promote thought leadership articles (e.g. Opinion Editorials) for senior leaders.
• Maintain editorial oversight of global portal content.
• Drive media relations initiatives.
• Provide oversight for crisis communications globally and across individual regions as needed.
• Management and leadership of global team members, focused on career development and professional development.

Requirements

• Significant previous experience in global communications role within a corporate/highly matrixed/professional services and global organization.
• Experience in internal and external communications across a broad spectrum of channels.
• Demonstrable ability to produce high quality international communications with impeccable attention to detail, with impactful results.
• Ability to thrive whilst working under pressure, be comfortable with ambiguity, and be able to multi-task.
• Creative approach to developing and implementing strategic communications plans across regions and groups.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement at all levels, with the ability to inform, influence and engage.
• Proven experience of researching and writing stories and utilizing a mix of communication channels to promote thought leadership.
• Strong project management experience with extensive and complex review processes.
• Strong intercultural acumen and influence, sees the big picture and is able to problem solve and connect with diverse teams.
• Ability to navigate high-stakes situations in a calm and goal-oriented manner.

Inclusion

Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We want to work in an environment where everyone can reach their potential within an inclusive culture which respects individual differences and perspectives. We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at inclusion within the profession.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.

Benefits

Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidate's experience and country where hired.