Develop and execute a comprehensive public relations strategy aligned with Filevine's brand, growth stage, and market positioning
Own media relations across legal, legal tech, and B2B tech verticals—building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers
Oversee Filevine's social media function, providing strategic direction to the social team to ensure channel presence, tone, and content align with overall brand and communications strategy
Serve as a strategic communications advisor to the executive team, including CEO, CPO, and other senior leaders
Lead crisis communications planning and response, leveraging legal expertise to assess risk and craft messaging under pressure
Drive thought leadership initiatives including executive bylines, speaking engagements, awards, and industry recognitions
Partner with the Growth & Marketing teams on integrated campaigns, product launches, and brand moments that require earned media amplification
Build and scale the PR function, including agency relationships, internal processes, and reporting frameworks
Monitor, analyze, and report on media coverage, sentiment, and share of voice; use data to inform strategy
Represent Filevine at industry conferences, legal association events, and media opportunities

Juris Doctor (J.D.) strong preferred, the only alternative considered is deep legal experience
6+ years of public relations experience, with significant tenure in legal, legal tech, or enterprise SaaS environments
Demonstrated track record of building and executing communications programs that shape brand narrative and earn top-tier media coverage
Deep familiarity with the legal industry—law firm culture, legal operations, or legal technology adoption cycles
Strong executive presence with the ability to advise C-suite leaders and represent the company externally
Experience managing PR / Social agencies and internal communications teams
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex legal and technical concepts for a broad audience
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment where strategy and execution go hand-in-hand

VP of Communications

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