Communications Manager

Ropes & Gray•Boston, MA

24d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Manager helps lead Ropes & Gray’s communications team and is responsible for the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of the firm’s internal and external written content. The role works directly with attorneys and firm leadership to create clear, compelling communications that advance firm priorities and reflect its voice. It calls for senior-level editorial judgment, writing talent, and the ability to manage and develop a team. The Communications Manager manages and mentors writers; writes and edits content in a variety of formats; and ensures materials are proofread, fact-checked, and consistent with the firm’s brand and editorial standards. The position also collaborates with attorneys, firm leadership, and business development colleagues, leads communications projects through publication, and advises the broader firm on writing and style. This position requires hybrid on-site presence. Consistent and predictable on-site attendance is an essential function for business continuity, professional development, and effective collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
Ten to fifteen years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
Demonstrated writing ability, including clear and engaging prose and attention to tone, nuance, and audience.
Strong editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills, with the judgment to improve others’ work while respecting their voice.
Ability to manage, inspire, and develop a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach; comfort working directly with senior attorneys and firm leadership.
Critical and strategic thinking, including the ability to understand individual projects in the broader firm context.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver under deadline pressure.

Nice To Haves

English, journalism, or a related field of study.
Law firm experience.
A body of published or bylined work.

Responsibilities

Manage and mentor a team of writers, setting editorial direction and maintaining high standards for accuracy, style, and substance across internal and external communications.
Write and edit client alerts, thought leadership, web content, presentations, remarks, attorney biographies, and award submissions, producing polished and precise work under tight deadlines.
Ensure materials are thoroughly proofread and fact-checked and conform to the firm’s brand and editorial standards.
Collaborate with attorneys, firm leadership, and business development colleagues to develop content; provide editorial counsel and manage competing priorities with confidence and sound judgment.
Lead major communications projects from inception through publication, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring timely execution.
Serve as a resource to the broader firm on writing and style questions.