Associate Director of Communications

Job Description Summary:

Fenwick is seeking an Associate Director of Communications who will play a key leadership role in developing and executing Fenwick’s internal and external communications strategy. This position bridges strategic oversight with hands-on creation, ensuring content is high-quality, engaging, brand-consistent, and aligned with firm priorities. Working closely with the Director of Client Development, this role will help shape editorial direction, oversee select high-profile initiatives, provide guidance to team members, and partner across departments to enhance the firm's market presence and internal engagement. This position can be based in any of our U.S. office locations and offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work both from home and at your designated Fenwick office. The frequency of in-office work will be determined by business needs and guided by your department's directives.

Job Description:

The Associate Director of Communications is a strategic storyteller with the ability to synthesize complex concepts into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences. The individual will combine planning and vision-setting with operational leadership, supporting day-to-day content execution and team management. 

• Partner with the Director of Business Development to develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy and editorial calendar in alignment with firm business development and marketing priorities.
• Lead the creation and refinement of content for external and internal audiences, ensuring consistency in tone, message, and brand representation.
• Serve as the point of oversight for key firmwide communications campaigns, including thought leadership initiatives and major announcements.
• Manage and mentor select communications staff, ensuring professional growth and high performance, while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Collaborate with other marketing functional areas to enhance digital content capabilities, with a focus on website content, social media strategy, and emerging digital tools.
• Analyze content engagement metrics to measure impact and inform improvements; optimize content for different channels and target audiences.
• Manage budgets for assigned communications projects and coordinate with approved external vendors as needed.
• Drive operational improvements, including streamlined processes, improved workflows, and clearer role definitions to enhance efficiency within the communications team.
• Actively build relationships with leadership, practice groups, and business professional teams to ensure communications support firm goals and client service priorities.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills; ability to convey complex concepts in a clear, engaging manner.
• Proven ability to lead projects from conception through execution, balancing strategic priorities with tactical execution.
• Strong managerial capabilities, including coaching and mentoring team members, fostering engagement, and promoting continuous skill development.
• Deep understanding of digital communications platforms, including web content management, social media, and digital analytics.
• Comfort working alongside AI tools and a curiosity to continuously learn and adopt new ways of working as technology evolves.
• Comfort working across technology-driven industries and legal services sectors.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges and propose creative, workable solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated capacity to manage concurrent projects and deadlines.
• High level of adaptability, flexibility, and professionalism; able to work in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the ideal candidate will have 10–12 years of progressively responsible experience in corporate or professional services communications; law firm or consulting experience preferred. Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with digital design and content tools; familiarity with AP Stylebook a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field required.

Benefits and Compensation Details:

At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.

The anticipated range for this position is:

$168,000 - $251,250

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance.  Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.