Our high-profile global law firm client is seeking a Senior Awards Advisor to join their growing team. The Senior Awards Advisor will be responsible for leading and managing projects. The Advisor will also need to manage the Firm's relationship with Lexpert.
Responsibilities:
Create and manage a calendar of all firm and individual awards run by regional, legal and trade publications
Provide insightful and strategic recommendations regarding the firm’s participation in surveys and awards
Develop nominations for award opportunities while improving visibility for key focus areas.
Support the submission process for directory efforts
Lead the Canadian General Counsel Awards process and assist team members with regional awards as needed
Prepare lawyers for interviews with awards and surveys researchers
Collaborate with other teams to ensure nominations are submitted on time
Prepare communications plans to promote the firm’s awards wins and rankings
Analyze and report on awards performance through key performance indicators and provide recommendations
Develop and lead the relationship with Lexpert
Act as project lead on the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and coordinate updates to the Lexpert Special Editions as well as other awards
Look for opportunities to grow and raise the Firm's profile
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or educational background in communications, public relations, marketing or a relevant field
5+ years experience in business development or marketing
Legal or professional services industry preferred and associated publications and awards is an asset
Strong project management skills with the ability to multi-task
Ability to work collaboratively within the department and across departments