Communications Manager

Burges Salmon LLP; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking a Communications Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to enhance their brand's reputation through effective communication strategies. Key responsibilities include managing PR activities, building media relationships, and overseeing strategic campaigns. Ideal candidates will have strong writing skills and previous experience in the legal sector. The firm offers a supportive and flexible working environment, with a deadline for applications on 20th October 2025.

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive team

Exposure to high-profile projects

Flexible working environment

Commitment to personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Proactive, self-motivated professional.
• Composure under pressure.
• Experience in the legal sector or professional services is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Promote company through strategic external communications.
• Drive PR activity and manage press opportunities.
• Write and edit press releases and media content.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Collaborative approach

Understanding of PR best practices

Experience in professional services

Job description

Are you a dynamic communicator with a passion for storytelling and a drive to make an impact? Do you thrive on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and elevating a brand's reputation in a competitive market?

Burges Salmon is seeking a talented Communications Manager to join our award-winning Marketing team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping how our firm is seen by clients, the media, and the wider market.

About The Role

As Communications Manager, you will:

• Take a lead role in promoting Burges Salmon through strategic external communications and media engagement
• Work closely with the Senior Communications Manager and collaborate with colleagues across Marketing, Business Development, and legal teams
• Drive PR activity across the firm - from identifying press opportunities and drafting releases to managing coverage of client successes, senior lateral hires, and firm-wide initiatives
• Play a key part in crisis communications, awards submissions, and the communication of annual financial results

You will be responsible for:

• Leading PR planning and coordination for strategic campaigns, awards, and major firm announcements
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with media contacts and key stakeholders
• Writing and editing press releases, media commentary, and thought-leadership content
• Managing communications around senior lateral hires and annual financial results
• Monitoring media and social channels for proactive and reactive opportunities
• Producing weekly media coverage reports and chair editorial planning meetings
• Supporting the firm's crisis communications and contributing to continuous improvement in our PR approach

What We're Looking For

You will be a proactive, self-motivated professional who brings:

• Strong writing skills, creative thinking, and a keen eye for detail
• Composure under pressure and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confidence in working with senior stakeholders and leading projects from inception to completion
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams
• A solid understanding of PR best practice and a drive for continuous improvement
• Previous experience in the legal sector or professional services is highly beneficial

Why join us

• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and supportive team
• Gain exposure to high-profile projects and senior leadership
• Develop your skills in a firm committed to personal and professional growth
• Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working environment

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an accessible recruitment process and guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We're happy to discuss flexible working options for this role.

Deadline for applications: 20th Oct 2025