At RPC, our communications team plays a central role in shaping and
maintaining the firm's external image and fostering effective
communication within the firm and with external stakeholders. Our
mission is to support the growth of the business by enhancing RPC's
reputation as a trusted and innovative legal partner, recognised for
our commitment to client advocacy, industry expertise, and responsible growth.
Location
Hybrid, with two days a week in Bristol as the anchor office and one
day a month in the London office.
The role
As we further invest in our brand and communicating our strategic
direction, we're seeking a Senior PR & Communications Executive to
play a pivotal role in shaping our narrative across sectors, services
and continents.
We are looking for a PR professional, preferably with experience in
professional services or with a background in journalism. Knowledge of
our key sectors (Insurance & Reinsurance; Professional Practices;
Retail & Consumer and Technology, Media & Telecoms) or
services (Commercial, Corporate, Data & Cyber, Employment,
Engagement & Equality, Disputes, Real Estate & Construction,
and Regulatory) would be beneficial.
In this role, you'll work predominantly on implementing our PR and
external communications strategy, collaborating closely with senior
team members, supporting a wide array of sectors including Insurance
& Reinsurance, Professional Practices, Retail & Consumer, and
Technology, Media & Telecoms. You'll also engage with lawyers
across diverse practices such as Commercial, Corporate, Data &
Cyber, Employment, Engagement & Equality, Disputes, Real Estate
& Construction, and Regulatory. You will also offer wider
communications support internally as need dictates.
As the custodian of RPC's brand voice and personality, you'll ensure
consistency in our communications, irrespective of the medium.
We would like someone who:
Has strong writing skills.
Is a creative thinker.
Can manage stakeholders of all levels across the firm and externally.
Collaborates; is an excellent team player with a strong work ethic.
Engages in the political and news agenda.
Is enthusiastic, with a collegiate approach, able to work across
different levels of the firm.
Has excellent communication skills with the ability to express
complex issues succinctly and clearly.
Is passionate about the written word; able to deliver concise and
responsive communications activities in line with RPC's wider strategy.
Has strong organisational skills and detail oriented.
Demonstrates diligence, analytical approach and works proactively
to resolve issues.
Can think independently and challenge in an appropriate manner.
Can operate under time pressure and work to deadlines.
Has the ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively.
Self-motivates - a self-starter with the proven ability to work
both autonomously and collaboratively.
Can forge strong media relationships, with existing contacts
within our key sectors and services preferable.
What you'll be doing:
Executing firm and practice-level communication strategies through
content creation, storytelling, media engagement and performance measurement.
Cultivating relationships with journalists to support our ongoing
communication initiatives, including press engagement and thought
leadership programmes.
Collaborating with senior internal stakeholders to align their
external communications with the firm's wider messaging and planning
major research and news-led campaigns.
Elevating the RPC profile through various communication tactics,
including press releases, articles, awards, and media comments,
ensuring coverage in international, national, and key trade press.
Serving as a primary point of contact for press enquiries,
promptly responding to requests and managing stories and comment opportunities.
Monitoring forward features and news agendas across key
publications, and following up on opportunities as appropriate.
Coordinating closely with the RPC Brand, Client & Markets
(BCM) teams for aligned communication strategies across internal and
external channels.
As need dictates, assisting the internal communications team in
drafting announcements across various internal channels, covering
topics such as client engagements, successes, lateral hires,
directory listings, and award wins.
Knowledge, skills and experience
Demonstrates a growth mindset and is committed to lifelong
learning to build knowledge and expertise.
Develops [internal and external] client relationships and adopts a
client-centric approach to deliver innovative solutions.
Works commercially to achieve the objectives of the team/firm.
Proactively plans, prioritises, allocates resources and uses
technology to ensure they and the team work efficiently and commercially.
Collaborative and works effectively in a team.
Develops strong working relationships.
Delegates work effectively and understands how to develop junior
team members and support their ambitions.
Committed to being part of a supportive, inclusive and
collaborative firm culture.
