External Communications and Partnerships Manager

Napthens LLP

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Napthens, we don’t just tell stories — we shape conversations. You are a strategic communicator, natural storyteller, and relationship-builder looking to take the reins of our external voice. If you know how to turn insight into impact, ideas into headlines, and expertise into influence, this will interest you. If you’re part strategist, part creative producer, and part media matchmaker — this might be your next chapter. This role is about communications, reputation, influence, and identity. You’ll play a key role in shaping how Napthens is seen and understood as a trusted adviser, a voice of expertise, and a firm people want to work with — and for.

Requirements

Experience in external communications and media relations (ideally in professional services or a regulated environment).
A talent for turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content.
Confidence working with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts.
Strong organisation and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
A natural curiosity — always looking for the next angle, the next story, the next opportunity.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on podcasts, partnerships, or awards programmes.

Responsibilities

Own and deliver Napthens’ external communications strategy — bringing together media relations, partnerships, thought leadership and brand storytelling into one cohesive voice.
Shape and deliver a proactive media strategy that gets Napthens noticed for the right reasons.
Build strong relationships with journalists, editors, and industry influencers.
Craft compelling press releases, commentary and thought leadership.
Spot the moments where our experts should be front and centre in the conversation.
Take our podcast from concept to conversation — planning, producing, and promoting engaging content.
Turn legal expertise into stories people want to hear.
Collaborate across the firm to spotlight the voices that matter.
Bring partnerships to life — from idea through to activation.
Identify opportunities that strengthen our brand and broaden our reach.
Measure impact and make sure every partnership delivers real value.
Tell our story in a way that stands out — through awards and legal directory submissions.
Work with teams across the firm to capture the best of what we do.
Position Napthens as a firm recognised for excellence, innovation, and people.