Global Communications Director at Dechert LLP | District of Columbia, USA | $340K/yr – $380K/yr

Dechert LLP

Global Communications Director

District of Columbia, USA (On-site)

$340K/yr – $380K/yrDirector/Executive15+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

Job Summary

Drive the firm’s global communications strategy, brand guardianship, and multi-channel campaigns at a senior level.

Own the global communications strategy and budget across campaigns, PR, editorial, and digital.
Must-have: 15+ years of marketing communications experience in a law firm or professional services.
Standout: Leading a global communications team with multi-channel execution and KPI-driven decisions.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a global communications strategy, plan and budget aligned with firm objectives.
Actively manage the global Communications group that includes campaign management, public relations, editorial, recognition, social media, internal communications, graphic design and digital media.
Collaborate closely with firm leadership, practice leaders, department chiefs and colleagues across the Marketing team (business development, events, etc.).
Serve as the firm’s brand guardian, ensuring consistency of voice, messaging and visual identity across all channels and jurisdictions.
Oversee multi-channel campaigns from strategy through execution, including ensuring efficient processes and KPI tracking.
Oversee external agencies and vendors (PR firms, writers, design, digital).
Drive data-informed decision-making by tracking and analyzing communications KPIs and adjusting strategy accordingly to drive engagement and operational improvements.
Lead media relations: cultivate relationships with target publications; secure placements in top-tier business, legal and trade outlets; manage internal team and external agencies.
Manage crisis and issues communications: prepare statements, Q&As, briefing materials and rapid response protocols.
Oversee content creation: thought leadership articles, newsletters, social media campaigns, video, podcasts and web content.
Manage recognition: Partner with practice and industry leaders to showcase our experience and drive award submissions and directory rankings.
Direct internal communications: firmwide announcements, leader and Talent communications, intranet content and all-hands presentations to enhance employee engagement.
Oversee the firm’s website so it consistently showcases our brand, people and experience, with a focus on user experience and search optimization.
Manage graphics and design as a strategic function that translates the firm’s brand objectives into clear, engaging visuals that are consistent with brand guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or business-related field
Minimum of 15 years of experience in marketing communications in a law firm, consulting or other professional services firm. Must have law firm experience.
Minimum of 10 years of experience managing a marketing communications team.
Excellent communicator with ability to influence, build trust and persuade across all levels of the organization.
Strong media relations, relationship management and brand savvy.
Strategy development, data analytics, project management, problem solving and change management skills.
Experience successfully building, coaching and motivating a high-performing team.
Professional and positive approach, self-motivated, team player.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to clearly and succinctly present recommendations related to complex issues.
Experience with business-related programs including knowledge with PowerPoint, Excel, Word and project management software, as well as experience using AI.

Nice To Have

Experience using AI

Dechert LLP

Dechert is the law firm that helps business leaders lead. For more than 150 years, we have advised clients on critical issues – from high-stakes litigation to first-in-market transaction structures and complex regulatory matters. Our lawyers in commercial centers worldwide are immersed in the key sectors we serve – financial services, private capital, real estate, life sciences and technology.Dechert delivers unwavering partnership so our clients can achieve unprecedented results.© 2025 Dechert LLP. All rights reserved. This information should not be considered as legal opinions on specific facts or as a substitute for legal counsel. It is provided by Dechert LLP as a general informational service and may be considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

2.1K employees (59 in marketing)

www.dechert.com