5 Marketing & Business Development jobs

To assist and support the Directors, Marketing Officer and Marketing Manager in the marketing activities of the firm. Responsibilities Assisting with editing and uploading content (blogs, etc.) for the firm’s website Assisting with managing the firm’s social media channels Assisting with the delivery of networking and training events, including pre-event planning, production of training materials, on-the-day delivery, and post-event administration Assisting with the planning and delivery of fundraising and PR events Creating both online and offline marketing collateral using graphics software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Creating HTML mailings and event invitations, managing responses, reminder emails, generating mailing and post-event reports using MailChimp and Eventbrite Dealing with external enquiries both via telephone and face-to-face Assisting with managing the marketing inbox and answering email queries both from internal and external sources Managing and maintaining the firm’s stock of promotional items and printed marketing materials Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm Job Skills Requirements Essential: Have either a HE level qualification or at least one year’s prior experience in a marketing role Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Be customer-focused (both external and internal customers) Be forward thinking and innovative Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines under pressure Whilst the team is based in Leeds, a willingness to travel to the firm’s other offices across Yorkshire is essential Desired: Working towards CIM qualification Experience of working in marketing in a Solicitor’s or professional services practice Knowledge: Knowledge of social media platforms and website content management systems Confident using IT software Literate and numerate Awareness of the legal sector is preferable Additional factors: Team player with the ability to work as part of a close-knit team Work flexibly in line with business needs Dedicated and reliable Ability to communicate confidently with staff across all levels of the organisation, including directors

The role will be heading up a small department of three, primarily reporting into the marketing directors.  You will be instrumental in developing and executing the firm’s marketing strategy with the goal of delivering the firm’s key objectives.  The role will require a strategic approach to marketing legal aid (publicly funded) services aimed at some of the most vulnerable members of society, as well as the growing “private client” departments within the firm including family law, conveyancing and wills and probate, and the firm’s specialist claimant arm, which provides niche services focused on supporting clients who have suffered clinical negligence and catastrophic injury to access compensation and care. Responsibilities Developing and managing an integrated marketing plan for the firm’s 13 offices and approx. 14 legal departments Supporting the Directors in delivering the firm’s key objectives Overseeing the development and execution of marketing campaigns covering both digital and traditional forms of marketing, and reporting on campaign performance KPIs Providing supervision and mentoring for the Marketing Officer and junior marketing staff Provide quarterly performance evaluation reports on all marketing activity to the directors Working closely with the external PR Agency to ensure maximum exposure for spend Work directly with department heads to develop departmental marketing plans Work directly with the SOS (case management system) team to oversee the implementation of CRM functions Job Skills Requirements Essential: Have extensive experience in marketing, including working within a management role Excellent oral and written communication skills with commitment to quality and a high attention to detail Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines under pressure Excellent planning and project management skills Be confident presenting internally to the directors as well as externally Strong leadership skills Be customer-focused Be forward thinking and innovative Willing to travel to Switalskis offices across the region as and when required Willing to work flexibly including outside office hours, for example to attend networking or awards events, when required Confident using a wide range of IT software / internet-based marketing applications including: Microsoft Office Suite, Mailchimp, Eventbrite, Hootsuite, Adobe Photoshop, etc. Able to take a hands-on approach to business development, including leading on networking initiatives and establishing events Desired: Educated to degree level Experience within a professional services firm (preferably a law firm) Has previously developed the firm-wide marketing strategy by studying economic indicators, identifying clients and their current and future needs and monitoring the competition Experience of setting and implementing policies regarding which opportunities (such as particular business development activities, advertising initiatives, rankings and directories listings and so forth) the firm should pursue, based on their likelihood to provide a high return on investment Proven track record on coaching lawyers in networking and business development opportunities for associates and/or key staff Experience implementing processes to gather data for marketing KPI reporting and implementing new marketing dashboards Knowledge: Strategic Marketing knowledge Knowledge of marketing tactics covering the full marketing mix Awareness of the legal sector and the competitive landscape Proven track record of keeping abreast of all legislative changes that can have a detrimental impact on internal departments Additional factors: Team player able to be part of a close-knit team Work flexibly in line with business needs Business Acumen Results Orientation Applications Application deadline: Friday 14 September CV plus written application (no more than two sides of A4) to include: Example of developing a strategic marketing plan for a (ideally professional services) firm Examples of marketing campaigns you have developed that have delivered measurable results for the business Example of working with data gathering processes or a new CRM system Selected candidates will be asked to attend an interview on Thursday 27 or Friday 28 September 2018 – please indicate availability to attend either day within the application. Candidates who have reached the interview stage will be notified no later than one week prior to the interviews taking place.

Role Profile: We are a leading Lincolnshire based Legal Services and Wealth Management Company with offices across both Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. Due to continued success and growth we are now seeking to add to our team.  This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute and creatively driven Marketing Manager to join our successful Company.  This role will require someone who is self-sufficient, can think on their feet with the ability to influence Partners and staff alike. We are looking for someone who can develop a clear marketing strategy and build and strengthen their team.  Ultimately the successful candidate will strengthen client relationships and raise the profile of the Company in the market. We are looking for candidates who have experience of using a mix of marketing channels, including social media.   They will understand how to maximise return on investment from external advertising and promotion and have the ability to plan innovative marketing campaigns that are focused on the Company’s growth areas.  Having a working knowledge of the legal sector would be advantageous however, equally, this could be an opportunity, for the right individual, to bring in expertise from wider industries to challenge perceptions and to build new routes to market. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Create and implement a marketing strategy in line with the Company’s growth plans. Take a lead on social media, digital and other external communications’ initiatives continually to innovate in a crowded marketplace. Communicate and deliver client surveys, user/focus groups successfully. Analyse client data by department and recommend development areas. Implement and develop a range of internal campaigns to drive cross selling opportunities across all areas of the business. Manage networking opportunities. Manage regular flow of blogs. Manage social media channels. Develop a “Priority Client Programme” to strengthen key relationships. Coach fee earners on best practice and develop opportunities to win new business. Perform work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the Company’s quality and risk procedures. Lead on the legal directory submissions and oversee all submissions, to achieve consistency in messaging, quality and to ensure an on-going rise in rankings year on year. Lead on researching and drafting submissions for key industry awards, reviewing and editing submissions for consistency of format, substance, length and style. Seek and coordinate Tender opportunities. Lead the Company’s approach to new business development (including in particular the research, development and roll out of new services).

We have an exciting opportunity available for a PR Manager to be based at our Middlebrook, Bolton office. The PR manager, will deliver a comprehensive PR programme to highlight the firm’s practice areas and key strengths to the public and other key stakeholders. If you are looking for an opportunity to shine and develop your career within a dynamic, ambitious, yet stable and supportive team then we would love to hear from you. Main key results areas: Ensure the organisations goals are met by implementing PR strategies which complement the business plans Responsible for the day to day management of the press office Act as the key point of contact when responding to enquiries from media, individuals and other organisations Manage the work of our outsourced agency who are responsible for sector title coverage Researches, writes and distributes press releases to targeted media including having a strong track record with national publications and broadcast media Generate and manage the flow of content for online sources and social media, and actively utilise social media to generate work Be responsible for writing and editing in-house e-marketing newsletters, blogs, speeches, articles for the firm’s websites and printed media Source and produce customer cases studies, testimonials and interview clients who agree to publicity about their case Manage the annual awards submissions calendar including advising on entries and preparing submissions Compile the annual legal directory submissions for Legal 500 Monitor and analyse the firm’s media coverage and report monthly using media tracking software Ensure all relevant content is posted to the firm’s websites Commission market research and use the findings to assist with PR campaigns Assist with publicising CSR initiatives to foster community relations Have involvement in events, including seminars, exhibitions, open days and press tours. Including devising and coordinating photo opportunities and maximising press involvement Assists with any other PR related duties as and when required Qualifications Educated to degree level in English, Journalism or PR - Desirable Working towards a CIPR recognised qualification - Desirable Driving licence and own car as there will be some travel - Desirable Experience 5 years experience in a PR position in professional services sector or PR agency - Essential Experience in a strategic PR position - Essential Proven media exposure and ability to build relationships with media, colleagues and clients - Essential Proven people management - Essential Experience in all forms of social media to communicate with key stakeholders - Essential Experience of working in a law firm - Desirable Experience of carrying out independent research - Desirable Knowledge and skills High order of interpersonal skills to gain credibility and maintain positive relationships with partners, employees, managers and external parties - Essential Takes a strategic yet hands on approach - Essential A highly-skilled writer with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail - Essential Ability to work to deadlines with strong organisation and time management skills - Essential I.T. literate and excellent keyboard skills - Essential Strong journalistic connections - Essential Connections at national press levels - Desirable Personality / Other skills Ability to work as part of a team but be able to use initiative and take responsibility for work - Essential Ability to work productively amidst frequent interruptions and remain calm under pressure - Essential Demonstrate a professional, confident and approachable manner showing tact and diplomacy at all times - Essential Demonstrate an adaptable and flexible approach - Essential Discretion and the ability to work in a highly confidential environment - Essential A highly motivated person with the ability to seek out opportunities whilst maintaining client and business focus - Essential Demonstrates a genuine passion and commitment for working in this field - Essential

Job Title      : Legal Office Manager Location      : Swansea Salary          : competitive salary plus a friendly working environment A superb opportunity for a motivated Practice/accounts Manager to join Graham Evans & Partners LLP, a busy high street practice with 25 employees, based in the centre of Swansea. We are looking for someone with a strong commercial acumen to become an integral member of our team. The ideal candidate will possess experience of a general legal practice  and financial management. This role has arisen due to retirement of our existing accounts and practice manager who has been in the role for 18 years. Due to a recent re-structuring, these are exciting times at the firm and provides an opportunity for an organised practice manager to assist with developing strategy and procedures for the firm.   The position carries the following main responsibilities: Day to day office and accounts management SRA compliance, money laundering supervision and regulatory matters Solicitor accounts rules compliance Bank account reconciliations Cash flow management Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns Applying for and maintaining compliance with LAA, Lexcel accreditation/standards Management of the firms legal aid contract Liaising with external regulators, accountants and auditors Ability to think about the more commercial aspects to running a law firm Advantageous: Strong Excel skills. Ability to deal with payroll Marketing experience HR experience We require someone who can use their own initiative to deliver positive results. It is preferable you have experience as the practice manager of a law firm. It is important that you will be able to take control of the day-to-day operations of the practice in order to ensure the smooth-running of the firm. You may desire some flexibility and the firm is prepared to offer this to you in return for your loyalty and commitment. For more information please apply with your CV to CraigJenkins@geplegal.co.uk