Job Description
Filevine is a Legal AI company delivering Legal Operating Intelligence for the future of legal work. Grounded in a singular system of truth, Filevine brings together data, documents, workflows, and teams into one unified platform—where modern legal work happens with clarity and consistency.
Powered by LOIS, the Legal Operating Intelligence System, Filevine connects context across every matter to transform legal operations from reactive to proactive. LOIS reads, understands, and reasons across your data to surface insight, automate complexity, and give professionals the clarity and confidence to see more, know more, and do more. Fueled by a team of exceptional collaborators and innovators, Filevine’s rapid growth has earned AI awards and recognition from Deloitte and Inc. as one of the most innovative and fastest-growing technology companies in the country.
Job Summary
Filevine is looking for a VP of Communications to lead and own our communications strategy at the intersection of law and technology. This role is uniquely positioned to shape how the legal industry—and the broader tech world—understands, trusts, and talks about Filevine. The ideal candidate brings a legal background (J.D. strongly preferred) and/or deep relationships within the legal and legal tech ecosystem, and the strategic instincts to build PR/social functions that drive credibility, narrative, and brand authority at scale. You’ll work closely with executive leadership to define Filevine’s voice and establish our presence as the definitive platform for legal professionals.
Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
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
Important Note
- This is a full-time role open to candidates across the United States. We have offices in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Salt Lake City. Remote candidates are also welcome to apply.
Compensation Information: $250k-300k
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. The total compensation package for this position will be determined by each individual’s location, qualifications, education, work experience, skills and performance. We believe in the importance of pay equity - the range listed is just one component of Filevine’s total compensation package for employees. This position is also eligible for a paid time off policy, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
Filevine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualifications for employment, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment are based upon the ability to perform the job. Equal-employment opportunities are provided to all applicants and employees without regard to race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected class. Filevine is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to disability, or if you have concerns related to Filevine’s equal employment opportunities, you may contact us at [email protected]
Cool Company Benefits:
- A dynamic, rapidly growing company, focused on helping organizations thrive
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for full-time employees)
- Competitive & Fair Pay
- Maternity & paternity leave (for full-time employees)
- Short & long-term disability
- Opportunity to learn from a dedicated leadership team
- Top-of-the-line company swag
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