Public Relations & Strategic Communications Manager

About the role

Lead Counselors is looking for a strategic and dynamic Public Relations & Strategic Communications Manager to shape the firm’s reputation, media presence and institutional relationships in Iraq and abroad. The role works closely with the Managing Partner to position the firm as a leading litigation and corporate law practice and as Iraq’s first AI‑powered law firm.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual PR and brand positioning strategy aligned with growth objectives.
• Draft, distribute and monitor press releases, building relationships with journalists and business media.
• Coordinate weekly LinkedIn content, oversee SEO‑oriented website insights, and create confidential case studies and success stories.
• Prepare executive speeches, presentations and manage bilingual/trilingual communications (English, Arabic, Kurdish).
• Strengthen ties with chambers of commerce, trade associations and support participation in conferences and business forums.
• Design crisis communication protocols, advise leadership on high‑risk situations and protect the firm’s reputation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or a related field.
• 3–7 years of professional PR experience.
• Fluent in English (mandatory), Arabic and Kurdish.
• Excellent writing, strategic thinking, discretion and confidentiality awareness.

Required skills