Interim Global Finance Communications Manager
Dentons Global, South Africa
Job Description
Dentons is currently recruiting a Communications Manager to support the implementation of the Global Finance Transformation (GFT) Program. This position falls within the Change Management work stream and will report to the Global Finance Transformation Change Manager. This position will work closely with Global and Regional implementation teams, in particular Regional change and communications teams as well as engagement with key stakeholders, to ensure successful adoption of the new ways of working and the implementation of a new practice management system of 3E.
As a global team we are responsible for the creation of a framework of core communications content which the regional implementation teams will adapt to their regional needs and deliver as per their own regional implementation schedules.
The finance transformation program is a truly global program designed to transform Dentons' finance function into the business partnering function of the future. It will support the business by offering real business insight, efficient and effective processes while maintaining the necessary compliance and controls.
Why Dentons is different
The legal profession is changing rapidly and Dentons is leading the way in advancing change for the benefit of clients. We are driven to challenge the status quo, delivering consistent and uncompromising quality and value to our clients in new and innovative ways. With over 17,000 individuals in more than 179 offices the opportunity is huge.
Dentons continues to receive external awards and recognition, including for our continued international expansion over the last 12 months; for ground-breaking innovation through the development of Nextlaw Labs and Nextlaw Global Referral Network; and for success in advising clients across multiple regions. Dentons is also a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index and a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner.
Against such rapid growth and change, this role offers the successful individuals the chance to play a lead role and make their mark in driving the successful implementation of this global program.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the Global Finance Transformation Change Manager to develop and execute the global change, communication amp; engagement plans
- Working with the Brand Team to develop a GFT Program identity and brand
- Development of engaging communications collateral including management of a Global SharePoint intranet site to be used for a variety of purposes including internal project team and end user engagement
- Contribution to the global change management toolkit to support regions in delivery of their regional change activities in-line with the global change management approach
- Creation of an engaging communications approach to address the internal global amp; regional implementation teams
- Monthly Reporting Contribute to the Change Management work stream report which provide narrative and tracking to the agreed communications plan
- Risk and Issue Management: manage risks and issues and escalate to the Global Finance Transformation Change Manager as appropriate to minimize impact to the Program. Report on qualitative and quantitative metrics in regard to communications.
Key deliverables
- Development of a GFT Brand Portfolio together with Usage Guidelines
- Creation of GFT Program Key Messages
- Creation, management and execution of the GFT Global Communications Plan
- Ensuring consistent use of the GFT Brand across all program communications and engagement collateral
- Ownership of the Global GFT Program SharePoint intranet site ensuring information is relevant and up to date
- Creation of an internal project team communication amp; engagement approach and the delivery of such communications
About You
- An experienced communications professional
- Business international level of English both written and oral
- Particularly strong written communication skills
- Able to work in a global environment, accommodating different cultures and time zones
- Be a team player, able to work effectively at all levels of an organization with the ability to influence others to move toward consensus
- Independent, pro-active way of working
- Ability to translate complex financial amp; technical processes into user friendly language
- Be able to thrive when multi-tasking and working under pressure
- Responds to challenges and issues as they arise, taking ownership for delivery
- Bring a multi-media 'toolkit' and share relevant best practice
Essential experience or qualifications
- Experienced in delivering results for international change programs or projects
- A proven track record in a similar role, pr