Marketing Executive

Schillings is a multidisciplinary advisory firm with expertise in reputation, privacy and security.

We work with UK and international clients to successfully manage high-stakes opportunities and threats, using a unique combination of capabilities: legal; intelligence; communications; security and diplomacy.

We believe everyone has a right to fair treatment of their reputation, to a reasonable expectation of privacy and to feel safe.

Our experts sit within their specialist team but day-to-day work in multidisciplinary teams solving client problems. They are supported by our business services teams: Clients and Markets, HR, Finance, Risk and Compliance, IT and Client Services. 

Because we are a growth business, opportunities appear in all areas and at all levels.   We have the largest team of specialist media lawyers in the world, an expanding Intelligence & Investigations team, a growing Critical Risks unit, an evolving Digital Resilience practice, and a new communications agency – Schillings Communications – that will grow significantly in the next three years. 

Schillings is a collaborative, fun and welcoming place to work, with a positive culture, strong values and a developed service ethic.  We require commitment, diligence, agility and professionalism, and in return provide competitive packages and incredibly stimulating and interesting work.  We are committed to sharing learning and creating development opportunities so you can progress your career with us. Our people’s career trajectory and longevity at Schillings is a good example of this: a third of our people have been at the business for over five years. Join us and become part of our story.

Job title: Marketing Executive

Reporting to: Business Development Manager

Job purpose: This role sits within our dynamic Clients & Markets team, supporting the delivery of the firm’s ambitious international growth plans. This is an exciting opportunity to support with business & client development, communications and marketing initiatives, at a unique multidisciplinary advisory firm with expertise in reputation, privacy and security.

Role accountabilities:

Business & Client Development Support:

• Assist with research on new prospects and potential intermediaries including in our key geographic hotspots.
• Support with preparing for prospect outreach and trips including putting together briefing notes and with the follow ups, to ensure every meeting is maximised.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and marketing collateral when required.
• Identify, draft, and recommend relevant touchpoints for clients.
• Assist with client research to support key client management.
• Work on the preparation of presentations for masterclasses and insight sessions for clients.
• Assist with maintaining an accurate record of campaign ROI and opportunities generated.

Marketing & Communications Support:

• Putting together submissions for industry awards.
• Assist with drafting article outlines.
• Researching topics for articles/thought leadership.
• Provide event support including attending on the day and ensuring a positive attendee experience.
• Assist with post-event de-brief.
• Pro-actively identify opportunities to improve or enhance the delivery of events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

• Proven track record with circa 3 years relevant experience in client oriented or business development, marketing roles in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Desire to work as part of a team with a keen willingness to learn.
• Able to work calmly, accurately and efficiently.
• Confidence with managing multiple deadlines.
• Experience in working on events.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Excellent written communication and ability to concisely convey information for busy decision-makers.
• Confident user of the Microsoft Office suite, including strong proficiency in Excel.

Life at Schillings

Given our audacious (and successful) business strategy, it is not surprising that Schillings has a very strong culture. The atmosphere is highly collaborative and focused on excellence. We have worked hard over the years to develop a coaching culture and are remarkably non-hierarchical, especially given our roots as a law firm. Schillings has adopted a set of values to put at the heart of this change and they reflect the intention and tenor of our ambitious plans. They are: ‘Innovative; Bold; United; and Excellent’. Our client list speaks for the outstanding results that have been delivered over many years and the task now is to grow without losing any of the commitment to delivering for clients or the service ethos. Finding people who share our values and can thrive in this environment is key to our success.

It takes a unique mix of people to create something truly great. We appreciate that diversity of thought, background and culture creates the best environment to truly innovate, solve problems and achieve our goals. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds – if you are driven and want to achieve your best then we will give you the platform and support to succeed.

Please let us know if there are any extenuating circumstances we should consider, or any adjustments we may need to make to our selection process, when making your application.

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