Brand Communications Specialist

Gunderson Dettmer is the only business law firm of its kind - exclusively serving the global venture capital and emerging technology marketplace. With more than 400 attorneys in ten offices - from Silicon Valley to Singapore - we innovate for innovators, accelerate entrepreneurship, and help build companies at every stage of the growth lifecycle.  We are committed to being the employer of choice by working together to create an environment, in which each of our people can grow, take initiative, and develop a fun, fulfilling and financially rewarding career. 

Benefits

In addition to offering competitive salaries, we also offer an excellent benefit package, which includes full medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan; Flexible Spending Account and Paid Time Off. 

Job Description

Gunderson Dettmer has an opening for a full-time Brand Communications Specialist. The role will be based in one of the Firm’s California offices (Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, or San Francisco). Currently, we are working remotely and will be required until our offices fully reopen. In this role, you will support and operationalize Gunderson’s brand strategy in a highly collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced environment. As a member of the Marketing team responsible for showcasing why clients and talent should join our venture-focused law firm, you will work in close partnership with Communications, Talent Development, HR, and Diversity leaders. Your support will ensures our teams are sharing compelling messages that demonstrate why Gunderson is the top choice for entrepreneurs, venture investors, executives and professionals.   

Job Responsibilities

• Build partnerships across department leaders and the Gunderson marketing team to support high-impact marketing strategies and processes that bridge marketing, brand, recruitment, client, and talent programs.
• Serve as an integral part of the brand communications team by assisting in the execution of strategic initiatives, logistics planning, and marketing program management and coordination.
• Handle internal stakeholder interactions including coordination for key programs, administration of marketing and branding technologies and platforms, and coordination between Marketing and other business leaders.
• Identify and create opportunities that will enhance the Gunderson experience.
• Support and drive projects to ensure processes, systems, tools, and communication are current and consistent across functions.
• Advise and consult with leaders and cross-functional partners to develop and operationalize programs to achieve specific business outcomes.
• Enable successful execution of marketing initiatives and cross-department requests through effective project and process management; ensure desired outcomes are clear, key milestones are identified and aligned to, and that the initiatives are value-added to the business.
• Listen and ask questions to solicit feedback to understand needs and provide service.

Who You Are

• Deliver high-quality and detailed work, demonstrate operational excellence and ensure quality and integrity in everything you do.
• Have intermediate skills in working with creative professionals.
• Continuous learner and possess an organizational savviness to build relationships across a matrixed organization, understand the business needs and deliver results.
• Strong proficiency with the creative design process, PowerPoint, and other workflow management systems.
• Research process or transaction flow to identify the root cause of errors.
• Is a problem solver, who owns tasks, through to completion, including any required preparation, research, or follow-up.
• Program or Project Management experience is a plus.

Job Requirements

• 4-8 years of experience in the legal or professional services industry
• Strong writing skills with proof of writing sample
• 2 years project management experience
• High proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Status

• Full Time, Non-Exempt.

Gunderson Dettmer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.