PR & Communications Advisor

Corporate Services | Business Development & Communications | Flexible
Permanent, full-time position
Based in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane
Hybrid and flexible working; WFH and from modern, open plan offices.
We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
Reward and recognition, including competitive remuneration and career progression
Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
Flexible leave options and up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
Free daily breakfast, office drinks and social events
Genuine commitment to health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion across our firm
We have an opportunity for a PR & Communications Advisor to join our Business Development, Marketing and Communications team.
This is a hybrid role based in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, and is full-time, however flexible working arrangements will also be considered.
The Hall & Wilcox Business Development, Marketing & Communications ( BDM&C ) team comprises specialists across all areas of professional services BD, marketing and comms.
Both the communications team and the broader BDM&C team are recognised at the firm for their insight and experience and are key advisors to the partnership.
Culturally, the team is respectful and supportive, with a focus on having fun while working hard.
The team has been working flexibly across Australia for over 10 years.

Working with the Communications & Marketing Manager, the PR & Communications Advisor is responsible for creating, managing and delivering the firm's PR and digital media activities.

The communications portfolio includes all forms of traditional and digital external comms, as well as short- and long-term comms campaigns for the firm's practice and industry groups.
This role plays a key role in advising partners and lawyers on the best strategies and platforms to generate high engagement.
In this role you will:

Proactively identify sector or practice group PR opportunities, by liaising with partners and keeping abreast of firm news, and then connecting with key journalists to publicise these opportunities;
Create and post content across our digital platforms, such as media releases, social media posts, thought leadership articles, videos, podcasts and firm updates;
Manage, develop, write and edit content for the firm website that is well written, targeted and with effective SEO;
Monitor and manage social media platforms;
Assist with the development of strategic comms plans and campaigns;
Monitor, measure and report on campaigns and initiatives, ensuring consistency of messaging and alignment with the firm's strategy and Hallmarks;
Develop and implement strategies to enhance our digital media footprint (increasing followers, lead generation campaigns);
Provide advice on content marketing, web publishing and other comms initiatives;
Provide general comms strategy support where required;
Contribute to BD, Marketing & Comms reports, as well as supporting the delivery of the BD, Marketing & Comms strategic objectives; and
Provide general support to the broader BDM&C team when required.
About you
You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

A minimum of 3 years of experience within a media or communications role, preferably working within a corporate or professional services firm/organisation;
Tertiary qualifications in at least one of:
Journalism, PR, Communications or Marketing;
Strong writing skills, particularly drafting media releases, articles and content marketing pieces from interviewing people;
Strong editing skills, particularly in reviewing and proofreading content;
Demonstrated understanding of contemporary practice and trends in relation to digital and online communications;
Experience in creating social media content, both written and digital;
Experience utilising data analytics to improve and/or modify communication plans;
Experience with web and social media analytics;
Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Experience in using digital media, websites/CMSs (Craft preferable) and social media platforms;
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels;
Strong attention to detail and eye for detail;
Excellent communication and presentation skills;
Team player; and
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
About us
Hall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm.
We are a firm of more than 1150 people, including over 145 partners, delivering outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia.
Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.

Hear from our people about what it's like to work at HW:
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Some of our recent awards and citations include:

Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
Law Firm of the Year (101-500 Lawyers) and Diversity Initiative of the Year at the 2022 Australasian Law Awards
Ranked fourth in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2023 and 2024
Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation holder since 2018
Best Law and Related Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) and Best Professional Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) at the 2023 Client Choice Awards
We are known for having a great culture that is warm and welcoming, progressive, inclusive and supportive, and that is underpinned by our enduring values - known as Hallmarks.
We are also renowned for Smarter Law, which means we look beyond the status quo to think differently and find solutions that are better, faster and cheaper.
Smarter Law includes enabling technology, challenging business models, innovative pricing and creative resourcing.
We are a firm of the future.
We offer our people interesting and challenging work, and access to great clients.
To learn more about HW visit our website.
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At Hall & Wilcox, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people.
We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We are also committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience.
If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Alison Daly-Thomson, Talent Acquisition Manager, at ***.au for a confidential discussion.
This vacancy is being managed directly by the HW Talent Acquisition / People & Culture team.
We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
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