The Law Society of Ireland is seeking a Head of Communications and Engagement on a permanent, full-time basis. This role is based onsite at Blackhall Place in Dublin 7.
The Law Society is the educational, representative, and regulatory body of the solicitors' profession in Ireland. It regularly communicates with various stakeholders across multiple media outlets and platforms.
Role Overview
This is an opportunity for an experienced people manager with proven editorial judgement to lead a team of communication professionals and help the Law Society build its profile and communicate more effectively with its stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement communications strategies, plans, and activities to promote the work of the Law Society.
* Target a broad range of audiences, including external, member, and internal stakeholders, and manage all Law Society publications.
* Work closely with senior management, particularly the Directors of Policy, Education, and Regulation, to ensure effective communication of their output.
Main Duties
1. Review, refine, and deliver the communications strategy to support the organisation's strategic goals.
2. Review and develop the Law Society's branding and corporate identity.
3. Renew and further develop the Law Society website to provide user-friendly information and materials for Irish solicitors.
4. Manage and develop the communications and engagement team.
5. Establish cross-departmental working arrangements to support the delivery of the communications strategy.
6. Develop a stakeholder management framework for regular engagement with members of the profession.
7. Oversee the Law Society press office and social media accounts.
8. Advise the President, Director General, and other senior managers on communications strategies and plans.
9. Coordinate the Law Society's response to major incidents and significant issues.
10. Undertake other communications-related duties as identified.
Requirements
* At least 7 years of experience in communications roles, including 2 years in a senior position, with expertise in public affairs, journalism, storytelling, and communicating with or on behalf of businesses about regulatory requirements.
* Excellent understanding of the Irish legal system, political system, and media landscape, as well as digital media.
* Substantial experience dealing with the press and preferably with members of the Oireachtas.
* Experience managing a communications team and interacting with senior leaders in an organisation.
* Ability to engage and communicate with stakeholders.