Careers

The Opportunity:

We have an opportunity for a proactive, creative and highly organised communications professional to join our global Internal Communications team, based in either Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane on a full time, 24-month Fixed Term Contract.

This role is responsible for driving the communication strategy for Ashurst's global transformation and change initiatives.

Reporting to the Communications Manager in London, this role will work autonomously, but in collaboration with the Internal Communications and Change & Business Improvement Teams, to ensure projects/initiatives are delivered seamlessly, and our people have a positive experience when internal change is delivered. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading global firm and play an active part in transforming ways of working and driving the firm's strategy.

Working with the firm's Change & Business Improvement team you will be responsible for crafting and delivering messages that inform, engage, and inspire staff and stakeholders.

More information can be found in the job description attached either below or to the bottom of our advertisement on our Ashurst careers page.

Main responsibilities:

• Strategic Communications: Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that support the delivery of the Firm's global change initiatives.
• Content Creation: Create engaging content, including leadership updates, video and podcasts, storyboards, intranet pages, articles and presentations, that effectively help our people understand key changes and what they need to do.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Partners, Office Managing Partners, C-Suite and Business Services teams.
• Employee Engagement: Develop and implement internal communication plans to ensure that employees are informed and aligned with the change initiatives, and that the communications are timely.
• Measurement and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly report on the success of communication efforts and benefits realisation.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and experience:

• Strong experience in communications, with a proven track record in global/change communication strategies.
• Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Experience in change management and an understanding of project management principles is preferred.
• Experience with managing, recording and editing podcasts, preferred but not essential.
• Experience working with IT / Operations to deliver change, preferred but not essential.
• Evidence of the ability to build strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

• competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
• flexible working;
• complimentary gym memberships;
• corporate health plans;
• a global professional development offering for all employees; and
• an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

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