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At Barnes & Thornburg (B&T), a national law firm with more than 800 attorneys in 23 offices, the Marketing Communications team seeks a Content Strategy Coordinator to support the execution of content strategy that enhances the firm’s brand, reputation, and client engagement. Reporting to the Senior Content Strategy Manager, the Content Strategy Coordinator will support our content and editorial initiatives for all external marketing communications.
This role requires someone with a strategic mindset who can coordinate tactical projects, combined with exceptional writing and editing skills. You’ll help translate complex legal concepts into compelling, accessible marketing content across multiple channels, as well as coordinate content production with internal and external teams and partners.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Coordination
- Assist in content creation that highlights the expertise of B&T attorneys and practice areas, and supports business development objectives
- Oversee the publication of all written communications including a high volume of website content, blog posts, client alerts, newsletters, articles and other marketing materials, in close coordination with the Digital Marketing team and Communications team
- Lead the bio and headshot process for incoming lateral partners and associates, as well as current attorneys, legal professionals and key personnel across the firm
- Coordinate the nomination and submission process for awards and rankings that recognize B&T’s attorneys and practices both regionally and nationally
- Maintain project trackers and editorial calendars to ensure the team delivers a consistent, high-quality content stream across all marketing platforms
- Collaborate with Communications team and Digital Marketing team to identify content opportunities and coordinate the content creation and production process and schedule
- Proofread and copyedit sophisticated legal content including client alerts, ad copy, practice descriptions, bios, thought leadership articles and other marketing collateral
- Transform complex legal analyses into clear, engaging content for various legal and non-legal audiences including clients, prospects and industry publications
- Ensure all content maintains B&T’s voice, meets brand standards, follows the editorial style guide and complies with legal advertising requirements
Content Coordination & Production
Oversee content production workflows from conception through publicationCoordinate deliverables with external partners (e.g., freelancers, photo studios and agencies)Operate the team’s content management system to update web content on a daily basisCross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with the Client Growth (Business Development) and Regional Marketing teams to align content with firm initiativesWork closely with attorneys to develop content that showcases their skills and experienceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, marketing, or related fieldThree to seven years of content, communications or writing and editorial experienceProven track record of content creation for law firms or professional service companiesExceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with keen attention to detail and styleUnderstanding of legal industry terminology, practices, and regulationsExperience with content management systems, social media platforms, digital marketing toolsProject management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office and other marketing technology and systemsSeniority level
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