Marketing & Communications Manager

Opportunity Overview

We are collaborating with a prominent law firm in Chicago, noted for its outstanding legal services and strong industry reputation, to hire a Marketing & Communications Manager for their Events & Communications team. This role is central to crafting compelling visual communications, marketing materials, presentations, and digital content that align with the firm's strategic goals and brand identity. The position requires close collaboration with leadership, attorneys, and cross-functional teams to transform intricate ideas and business objectives into engaging, professional communications across diverse channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop marketing and communication materials for various platforms such as websites, emails, social media, digital publications, and event communications.
• Create visually branded content and assets consistent with organizational goals, messaging, and brand guidelines.
• Lead the production of digital publications, guides, newsletters, articles, and other in-depth content.
• Design and implement email campaign templates and outreach materials to support initiatives and stakeholder interaction.
• Ensure brand consistency across all external and internal communications and manage brand assets effectively.
• Produce impactful presentation decks tailored for leadership meetings, conferences, and events, translating complex information into clear visual stories.
• Manage visual storytelling elements including structures, graphics, animations, and layouts to engage audiences effectively.
• Collaborate with leadership and content creators to refine messages and uphold high presentation standards.
• Support digital and event marketing efforts by creating event assets like invitations, webpages, signage, programs, and promotional materials.
• Assist with website content strategy and visual consistency to represent the brand coherently.
• Work with internal teams to implement communications projects across digital channels and seek innovative communication tools and trends.
• Coordinate multiple projects efficiently, communicating proactively with stakeholders, and utilizing project management tools to monitor progress.
• Stay informed on marketing, design, communications, and technology trends to foster creative innovation and improve communication effectiveness.

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, Business, or a related discipline.
• Over 5 years of experience in marketing, communications, brand management, or creative services.
• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual design, presentation creation, digital communications, and branded content.
• Expert proficiency in PowerPoint and presentation development.
• Advanced skills with Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Experience creating marketing materials across digital, print, and event formats.
• Sound understanding of brand identity, design principles, and maintaining brand uniformity.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms, digital communication tools, and marketing technologies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across teams.

Leadership Traits

• Creative thinker skilled at visual storytelling.
• Strategic communicator capable of simplifying complex concepts into engaging content.
• Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Team-oriented collaborator who thrives in cross-departmental partnerships.
• Self-driven and proactive in managing projects independently.
• Adaptable professional comfortable working in a fast-changing environment.
• Deep understanding of how design, branding, and communications drive organizational success.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Equus Group is committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering a diverse workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.