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The Brand Manager will strengthen and safeguard the firm’s brand, providing brand governance, creative guidance, and brand expertise to ensure consistent brand application across all offices and touchpoints, both internally and externally. Key priorities include developing a brand governance framework, monitoring brand implementation, embedding best practice across the business, and managing a comprehensive brand training programme.
Key Responsibilities
* Brand Strategy & Governance:
o Support the development and implementation of brand strategy.
o Develop a brand governance framework for effective brand management across jurisdictions and cultures.
o Act as guardian of the Fieldfisher brand, ensuring consistency with strategy and guidelines.
o Maintain and evolve brand guidelines and frameworks.
o Provide a resource for team members to understand and uphold the brand strategy.
o Consult on brand strategy for business units and marketing teams.
o Establish a regular review process and change‑management approach for brand strategy and visual identity.
* Creative Guidance & Quality Control:
o Provide direction and feedback to internal teams and external creative agencies.
o Ensure all outputs align with brand identity, tone of voice, and positioning.
o Champion creativity while balancing professional corporate needs.
* Stakeholder Engagement:
o Act as Brand Ambassador, partnering with marketing, communications, business development, HR, and senior leadership.
o Engage and influence key stakeholders to ensure brand adoption and understanding.
o Develop and lead brand training for stakeholders.
o Oversee brand‑related projects, ensuring delivery on time and budget.
o Manage external agencies and suppliers to ensure quality outputs.
o Oversee brand asset management.
* Measurement & Reporting:
o Track and report on brand performance using audit data, stakeholder feedback, and market insight.
o Provide recommendations to strengthen brand presence and impact.
Key Skills & Experience
* Deep understanding of brand strategy and how visual identity supports objectives.
* Proven experience in brand management, ideally in professional services, financial services, or consulting.
* Strong track record in brand governance, guideline development, and brand audits.
* Ability to interpret existing guidelines when creating new assets and templates.
* Excellent creative judgement and ability to brief and evaluate creative work.
* Strong project‑management skills, handling multiple priorities and stakeholders.
* Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to influence and inspire across cultures.
* Experience working with external creative and brand agencies.
* Knowledge of brand asset management platforms.
* Analytical mindset to use insight and feedback to inform strategy.
Personal Attributes
* Confident, collaborative, and effective in a partnership environment.
* Diplomatic and persuasive with credibility to influence senior stakeholders.
* Detail‑oriented with high standards, pragmatic in driving solutions.
* Creative thinker with strong problem‑solving skills.
* Passionate about brand and its role in supporting business growth and reputation.
Who are we looking for?
We don’t seek a single profile – our diverse cultures, experiences, and approaches are what strengthen us.
What we offer
* You can be yourself: Every voice shapes our culture.
* Balance of office & WFH: 60:40 rule.
* Beyond salary: Private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, a matched pension contribution up to 7%, holiday trading, and more. Rewards & Benefits: https://fieldfisher.com/rewards-benefits.
* Modern office space: Iconic Titanic Quarter with excellent commuter links and parking.
* Career development: A ‘build a career’ approach to training; you can pursue specialised study.
* Support your interests: Clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono initiatives.
Inclusion & Accessibility
We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We supply necessary equipment to support your needs. For accessibility information on our Belfast office, visit https://fieldfisher.com/accessing-belfast-hub.
Next Steps
* Click ‘Apply Now’, complete the online application and upload a CV.
* Successful applicants will be invited to a 20–30 minute introductory call with a recruiter.
* We will keep you informed throughout the process to avoid surprises.
* For hybrid opportunities you may be invited for a face‑to‑face meeting in our office.
* Recruitment usually takes around 2–3 weeks, but scheduling depends on availability—contact us at recruitmenthr@fieldfisher.com.
We recruit on a rolling basis. Applications are accepted until the role is filled.
Position Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Legal
* Industry: Legal Services and Law Practice
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