Executive & Internal Communications Lead

K&L Gates; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (H

Back-up Child/Elder Care

Dental Insurance

Wellness Program

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development and CLE

Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities

Job summary

K&L Gates seeks a Senior Specialist, Executive and Internal Communications to join a US office. You will support the internal communications team, drafting content, managing calendars, dashboards and newsletters, and coordinating firmwide communications with senior stakeholders.

The role combines governance with hands-on writing, editing and daily execution, offering exposure to high-visibility projects and the chance to shape team standards across the firm.

Qualifications

• Hold Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, marketing, business, or related field.
• Exhibit emotional intelligence and discretion when dealing with diverse audiences and sensitive information.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with AI, Microsoft tools, and project-management platforms is required.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and editing internal communications and plans, including intranet stories and leadership announcements.
• Own and maintain editorial calendars, track priorities, deadlines, and risks.
• Manage internal communications dashboards and newsletter development.
• Lead project management of communications campaigns and cross-team coordination.
• Publish content across internal channels and ensure accuracy and alignment with standards.
• Coordinate communications requests, clarify scope, timing and responsibilities.
• Review and edit content for clarity, accessibility, and consistency.
• Leverage technology to improve templates, workflows, and governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in HR, Digital, Technology, Client Growth, and other teams.
• Handle multiple priorities with sound judgment and appropriate confidentiality.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Writing & editing

Project management

Editorial planning

AI proficiency

Microsoft tools

Confidential information handling

Independent & team work

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft tools

Project-management tools

Intranets

Email platforms

Reporting tools

Job description

K&L Gates seeks a Senior Specialist, Executive and Internal Communications to join a US office. You will support the internal communications team, drafting content, managing calendars, dashboards and newsletters, and coordinating firmwide communications with senior stakeholders.

The role combines governance with hands-on writing, editing and daily execution, offering exposure to high-visibility projects and the chance to shape team standards across the firm.