Senior Engagement Manager

About Gilbert + Tobin

Gilbert + Tobin is built on enduring values of excellence, trust, respect, integrity and good corporate citizenship. We are a leading firm with over 500 lawyers, trusted by our clients to navigate today's increasingly complex world.

We are purpose-built for our clients' most complex work – across transactions, disputes and regulation. Our partners are leaders in their fields, delivering the highest quality legal advice and providing an exceptional edge for our clients. They also provide our lawyers with the opportunity to work alongside and learn from them. We are innovators in the use of technology, redefining value and service in the legal industry.

Our open, merit-based culture attracts and inspires the best legal talent. Founded in 1988, G+T's journey has been one of relentless ambition and rapid progress, achieving extraordinary success in just over three decades.

We remain as determined as ever to be the best it's possible to be.

About the Marketing team

Our Marketing team plays an important role in supporting G+T's strategic priorities, strengthening our brand and enhancing how we engage with our clients, people and the broader market.

Bringing together expertise across communications, digital marketing, business development and client relationship management, the team works collaboratively to deliver creative, commercially focused initiatives that support the firm's continued success.

It's a dynamic and collaborative environment where fresh thinking, initiative and new ideas are encouraged, and where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects across the firm.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Engagement Manager to join our broader Marketing team in Sydney.

Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, this is a highly visible and influential role responsible for shaping and delivering G+T's internal communications and engagement strategy.

Working closely with our CEO, senior leadership, partners and business services teams, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening how we communicate, connect and engage our people across the firm.

This is an opportunity for a strategic and creative communications professional who enjoys building relationships, influencing senior stakeholders and translating complex business priorities into clear, engaging communications.

You will also take ownership of our recently refreshed intranet and Microsoft Viva Engage platforms, helping us create a more connected, informed and engaged workplace.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of G+T's internal communications and engagement strategy, ensuring alignment with the firm's business priorities and values.
• Partner with senior stakeholders, including the CEO, executive leadership and practice group leaders, to develop and deliver communications for key business initiatives and projects.
• Build strong relationships across the firm, acting as a trusted adviser on internal communications and employee engagement.
• Oversee the ongoing management, governance and continuous improvement of our intranet and Microsoft Viva Engage platforms.
• Develop compelling, high-quality content that reflects G+T's tone of voice and strengthens connection across our offices.
• Support the planning and delivery of key firmwide engagement initiatives and events, including Town Halls, Ops Showcases and the annual Partner Offsite.
• Collaborate with our Communications and Digital Marketing teams to ensure consistency across internal messaging, campaigns and content.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI, emerging technologies and innovative communication approaches to improve efficiency and engagement.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and engagement, using data, feedback and insights to continuously improve our approach.

About you

We are looking for a proactive, commercially minded communications professional who combines strategic thinking with exceptional execution and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Significant experience in internal communications, employee engagement or corporate communications, preferably within a professional services environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering internal communications and engagement strategies across a complex organisation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence and credibility to advise and influence senior executives, partners and business leaders.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling and engaging content.
• Experience managing internal communication platforms, including intranets, Microsoft Viva Engage or similar digital engagement tools.
• Experience supporting firmwide events, change communications and strategic business initiatives.
• An interest in digital innovation, AI and data-driven approaches to improving communications and engagement.
• Excellent organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will be a natural relationship builder who enjoys connecting people, understands the importance of effective communication and brings energy, initiative and a collaborative approach to everything you do.

What we offer you

Gilbert + Tobin offers a friendly, flexible and professional working environment. In addition to top-of-market remuneration, we provide our people with benefits such as up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave, additional annual leave, a subsidised café, subsidised gym membership, end-of-trip facilities, exclusive retail discounts, social events and much more. You can view our full list of benefits here: https://www.gtlaw.com.au/careers/benefits.

Our offices are based in beautiful, sunlit open spaces with panoramic views of the city and easy access to public transport, restaurants, cafés and exercise facilities.

Please submit your interest via our career’s website with a resume.
  
We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.