Executive Director of Marketing & Communications

How to Apply

Michigan Law has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in this recruitment.

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent to Isaacson, Miller at the link below: direct all inquires regarding this position to Kelly McLaughlin () Who We Are Founded in 1859, Michigan Law is one of the oldest law schools in the United States and celebrates a long and distinguished history.

Michigan Law is consistently ranked among the top 10 law schools in the nation and enjoys international renown for its academic rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty and scholarship, and collegial academic community. The Executive Director of Marketing and Communications will report to the Chief of Staff and serve as a key member of the Dean's senior leadership team. The Executive Director will help articulate and advance Michigan Law's distinctive position, aligning marketing and communications priorities, strategy, and resources to support the Law School's mission, strategic goals, and long-term success.

Job Summary The University of Michigan Law School (Michigan Law) seeks an experienced and collaborative marketing strategist and communications leader to serve as its Executive Director of Marketing and Communications.

The ideal candidate will bring strategic vision, sound judgment, and a willingness to engage deeply in the work. They will be an experienced communications leader and trusted advisor with a track record of developing and implementing high-level, sophisticated marketing and communications strategies. They will bring strong judgment about priorities and opportunities for impact, along with experience leading talented teams to produce compelling, effective work.

This is an opportunity for a proven leader to help shape and articulate the story of one of the nation's leading law schools.

Responsibilities
* Reporting to the Chief of Staff and serving as a key member of Dean Neel Sukhatme's senior leadership team, the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications will provide strategic vision and leadership for the Law School's marketing and communications efforts. The Executive Director will develop and implement a marketing and integrated communications strategy that advances the Law School's mission, strategic priorities, reputation, and visibility among internal and external audiences.

The Executive Director will help establish institutional communications priorities, identify opportunities where marketing and communications can have the greatest impact, and ensure that the team's work and resources are aligned with the Law School's broader goals.

The Executive Director will manage a budget of $600,000 and lead a talented team of 10 responsible for a broad portfolio that includes strategic communications, media relations, editorial and content development, social media, digital and web strategy, marketing, creative services, and internal communications.

The Marketing and Communications team produces and manages a wide range of communications across platforms and audiences. These include Michigan Law's digital and web presence;
Law Quadrangle, the Law School's twice-annual alumni magazine and its online counterpart;
Amicus, an electronic newsletter featuring news and stories from across the Michigan Law community; social media channels; publications and materials supporting admissions, development and alumni relations; and communications supporting Law School events, programs, and initiatives.

Importantly, the Executive Director will also serve as a trusted advisor to the Dean, other senior leaders, and faculty, providing thoughtful and candid counsel on institutional messaging, reputation, and sensitive and emerging issues. The Executive Director will bring sound judgment and organizational savvy, with an ability to navigate complex institutional dynamics and build trust across a wide range of stakeholders. They will understand not only how best to communicate, but when, why, and to whom, while ensuring a coordinated approach to messaging with University counterparts.

KEY OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Advance Michigan Law's vision, visibility, and impact

Michigan Law is entering a period of momentum and opportunity under Dean Sukhatme's leadership. The Executive Director of Marketing and Communications will…