Job Description

Main information

Closing date

05/12/2025

Term type

Permanent

Working hours

Monday - Friday (9.30am - 5.30pm)

Reports to

Marketing Campaigns and Content Manager

Team

Marketing & Business Development (Marketing Communications team)

Location

London

The Firm

Farrer & Co is synonymous with the highest quality legal advice and service.


We advise individuals, families, businesses, financial services, educational and not-for-profit organisations on every aspect of the law, wherever the need arises. From our offices in London we work with trusted professionals around the world to deliver a seamless international service.


Our clients present us with complex and varied challenges. Whether that's a complicated family trust issue, a multinational corporate transaction, or an emerging threat to their reputation, they need clear thinkers who can advise on the best solutions, fast thinkers when speed is of the essence and agile thinkers who can produce a fresh approach to get the job done. That's why they choose us.


Our clients value our in-depth knowledge, technical excellence and diversity of disciplines. But what really binds our long-standing relationships with them is our approach: pragmatic, plain speaking and always steadfast in our values, which we hold dear. Values which mean we gain our clients' trust, always strive to do the right thing, and aim for the best results for them.


Superb client service sits at the heart of everything we do. We are modern lawyers with timeless values.

The Team

The Marketing Team at Farrer & Co is responsible for the development and implementation of the firm's marketing strategy, including profile and reputation, marketing communications, and business development. This also extends to all aspects of marketing planning, brand management, communications, events, CRM, business and market analysis, and business development, including pitches and tenders.

Scope

We are looking for a passionate, creative and organised Junior Marketing Communications Executive to work with our Marketing Campaigns and Content Manager and Marketing Communications Executive and to support the delivery of engaging marketing communications.

Responsibilities

Campaigns & Email Marketing

Assist with the creation and delivery of email campaigns to support client acquisition and retention. Liaise with partners for content sign-off and ensure mailings are proofed, formatted, and scheduled accurately. Track and report on campaign performance, supporting evaluation and improvement.

Legal Directories & Awards

Working with Marketing & BD colleagues with support from Marketing Communications Assistant, coordinate directory submissions process from start to finish, ensuring all materials are filed and tracked. Maintain the directories and awards tracker with key deadlines and progress updates. Manage firm updates to Chambers and Legal 500 lawyer listings (bios, photos, joiners/leavers).

Digital & Web Content

Working with digital and other internal stakeholders, create SEO-friendly website content and ensure existing content is regularly updated and optimised. Upload approved photography, videos, and articles, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

Social Media

Share news and insights across a range of social media channels to generate awareness and consideration. Monitor social media activity, tracking engagement and coverage for reporting.

Brand

Act as a brand ambassador and ensure all content aligns with our firm's tone of voice and brand guidelines.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and have a strong, genuine interest in marketing and professional services. Quick to learn, innovative and creative, with an eye for detail. Strong organisational skills and able to multi-task and prioritise work efficiently. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong spelling, grammar and proofreading skills. A strong team player who can work on their own initiative and collaboratively alongside others.

Education and Qualifications

Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) CIM qualification would be a bonus

Special aspects

The hours of work for this opportunity are 09:30am-5:30pm but it is essential to be committed, flexible and prepared to work beyond the normal office hours when necessary and in response to client demand. Farrer & Co operates an agile working framework under which members of the firm are expected to spend at least 40% of their working hours in the office. This is a minimum expectation: individuals may elect or be asked or expected to work more frequently in the office, depending on circumstance.


Farrer & Co is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We look to employ the best candidates regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, social or economic background, religion, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.


We are keen to ensure candidates have the best interview experience possible; if you require any adjustments during the interview or application process please let the recruitment team know.

Comments

Farrer & Co conducts a pre-employment screening which includes a Criminal History Background and Credit Check for successful candidates.