EMEA Communications Director

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an integrated communications and PR strategy across key European, Middle East, and Asia markets.
• Shape and elevate the profiles of regional Managing Partners and practice leaders through strategic media engagement and thought leadership.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with top-tier business, financial, and legal media (e.g., FT, Bloomberg, Reuters).
• Serve as a senior advisor on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters, including crisis communications and reputational risk assessments.
• Oversee the development of compelling, on-brand content including press releases, media statements, and messaging frameworks.
• Collaborate with Digital, Marketing, and Business Development teams to execute cross-border, multi-channel campaigns.
• Leverage AI-driven tools and technologies to enhance content creation, audience segmentation, and media monitoring.
• Lead, develop, and mentor EMEA-based communications professionals and manage external PR agencies.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in PR/Media.
• At least 7 years in a communications leadership role.
• Extensive experience developing communications strategies across multiple EMEA markets (UK, EU, Middle East, and Asia).
• Well-established relationships with leading business, financial, and legal media across Europe.
• Proven experience advising senior leaders on high-stakes, sensitive matters and crisis management.
• Exceptional ability to craft clear, compelling narratives tailored to professional services.
• Experience working within a complex, partnership-led environment (e.g., legal, professional services, or financial services).
• Proficiency with media monitoring, sentiment analysis, and KPI frameworks.

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.