Director of Communications - Multiple Offices (Hybrid)
About the role
The Director of Communications works closely with the CMCO to lead the firm’s internal and external communications strategy, enhancing reputation, brand visibility, market position, and stakeholder engagement. The role manages a team of four and is responsible for strategic public relations, media relations, corporate communications, thought leadership, and social media. It is a hybrid position that can be based in Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; or Dallas, TX.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy aligned with the firm’s business objectives and strategic initiatives.
- Strengthen and protect the firm’s reputation across all markets and stakeholder groups.
- Advise on communication opportunities and reputational risks.
- Establish key messaging and positioning for the firm, practice groups, industry teams, and strategic initiatives.
- Measure communication effectiveness and provide regular reporting.
- Partner with Littler’s PR agency to elevate the firm’s profile, develop relationships with key reporters, identify thought‑leadership opportunities, oversee speaking engagements, award submissions, rankings, and industry recognition, and collaborate with business‑development managers and global teams on market‑specific PR strategy.
- Develop and implement internal communications strategies that enhance employee engagement and firm culture, manage communications related to key announcements and strategic initiatives, support change‑management and transformation communications, and ensure consistent messaging across offices and practice groups.
- Supervise social‑media manager(s) to oversee the firm’s social‑media strategy, monitor industry trends, and identify opportunities for digital innovation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strategic and creative thinking with strong business acumen.
- Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, compelling communications.
- Executive presence and confidence advising senior leaders.
- Strong project‑management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with keen attention to detail.
- Knowledge of legal industry trends and the media landscape.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, English, or a related field.
- 10+ years of communications, public relations, and corporate communications experience; experience in a law firm, professional‑services firm, or consulting firm strongly preferred.
- Proven track record managing media relations, corporate communications, and reputation management.
- Experience leading communications teams and cross‑functional initiatives.
Pay
Annual salary range: $185,200 – $224,100, contingent on relevant experience and education, with eligibility for performance‑based bonuses.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
- Superior 401(k) plan.
- Ample time‑off programs, including generous paid parental leave.
- Mental‑health programs, family‑building and caregiving support.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Wellness program and flexible spending accounts.
- Employee referral bonus program.
About Littler
Littler is the largest global employment and labor law practice devoted exclusively to representing management, with more than 1,900 attorneys in over 100 offices worldwide. The firm provides a single‑source solution to the global employer community and is consistently recognized as a leading, innovative law practice. For over 75 years Littler has litigated, mediated, and negotiated influential employment law cases and labor contracts. Littler’s commitment to labor and employment law helps clients navigate complex business challenges, and its diverse team fosters a culture of original thinking and bold, groundbreaking innovation.