Internal Communications Manager

It’s more than what you do: it’s how you do it. That’s why O’Melveny is counsel of choice to an ever-expanding list of market leaders. Opportunity at O’Melveny means working alongside dynamic and team-oriented colleagues on evolving legal and business issues and opportunities for prominent clients around the world. It’s a place to build a rewarding career by tackling new challenges; being appreciated, included, and supported; and creating lasting connections.

With approximately 800 lawyers on three continents, more than 80 practice and industry service areas, and strong cultural ties to all of our 18 locations, O’Melveny is a global law firm with a local feel. At our core, you’ll find a dedication to excellence, a drive to lead and innovate, and a deep sense of civic responsibility.

At O'Melveny, we know our commitment to DE&I can be a true differentiator and a key component of our success. Creating a truly inclusive environment while providing advancement and leadership opportunities for our lawyers and business professionals is a strategic priority. It’s who we are. The diverse perspectives and experiences that our people bring to their work drive innovation and excellence. We are proud of our achievements, but DE&I is a work in progress. It always will be because our profession, our colleagues, our clients, our communities, and their issues keep changing. So must we.

The firm’s DE&I strategy is RISE (Represetation | Inclusion | Social Justice | Equity) and we expect every member of our firm to RISE to the challenge of making the promise of DE&I real in every aspect of our firm, including in their interactions with others and through the execution of their role.

So, tell us. What do you want to achieve? Visit us at www.omm.com/our-firm/our-dna ; read our Insights 2024 report; explore our firm at-a-glance ; and find us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

O'Melveny has an immediate opening for an Internal Communications Manager. This role can be based in our New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, or San Francisco office. This position will be a key member of the Client Development Department and will be responsible for supporting the Director of Global Communications in the design and implementation of the firm’s internal communications programs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Together with the Director of Global Communications and other senior team members, spearhead internal communications activities and projects for the firm, including firmwide executive communications.
• Conceptualize, compose, and edit communications in support of various regional and firmwide initiatives across the firm’s global operations.
• Partner with our Talent Development, DE&I and other professional teams to deliver on communications related to signature O’Melveny initiatives (e.g., wellbeing programs).
• Lead and execute new internal communications campaigns and projects.
• Draft speeches, talking points, and related materials for internal events (e.g., town halls, partner meetings) in collaboration with key stakeholders, and drive preparation for presentations and internal events.
• Manage, create, and promote internal communications through the firm's digital channels including advising on and drafting content for the firm’s intranet and social media.
• Supervise communications writing and editing resources in support of internal communication projects.
• Review, recommend and – in partnership with other senior team members – pursue opportunities to refine internal communication processes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least 7-10 years of relevant experience in a communications or marketing role at a law firm, public relations/communications firm, or in another professional services environment (e.g., private equity firm, consulting firm).
• Experience in employee engagement and internal communications strategies, ideally gained in the legal or professional services sectors.
• Superb writing and editing skills and a proven ability to tailor content to achieve distinct objectives and engage target audiences.
• Must have exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills, and superior attention to detail.
• Ability to manage and execute multi-level projects simultaneously and work collaboratively across teams and offices.
  
  

For more information, or to be considered for this position, please apply online at www.omm.com. Response will be given to candidates who closely meet our qualifications. EOE M/F/D/V. No direct phone or email inquiries, please.