Communications Executive: Social Media & Media Relations

ESTABLISHED LEGAL LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ESTABLISHED LEGAL LTD in Manchester is seeking a proactive Communications Executive to support the head of department and the communications team. You will help manage social media, draft briefs, and develop media relations.

This role offers a chance to shape the firm’s public profile in a fast‑paced legal environment, requiring strong writing, research and organisational skills, plus a degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Degree level or equivalent required.
• Proven communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in a professional services environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings with team members.
• Support the firm's social media channels (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, WordPress).
• Engage with social media influencers and ambassadors.
• Adhere to social media guidelines set by the firm.
• Develop a rapport with the media.
• Organise photography, calls and briefing materials for the press.
• Conduct market research.
• Handle crisis communications and liaise with the press.
• Research and draft news stories, blogs and articles.
• Maximise the impact of original media on the firms site and social media.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Social media management

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

WordPress

Social media analytics

Job description

ESTABLISHED LEGAL LTD in Manchester is seeking a proactive Communications Executive to support the head of department and the communications team. You will help manage social media, draft briefs, and develop media relations.

This role offers a chance to shape the firm’s public profile in a fast‑paced legal environment, requiring strong writing, research and organisational skills, plus a degree or equivalent.