Description
What you would do :
- Write, edit and proofread communications materials, such as news releases, media pitches, external communication pieces, surveys, social media copy, article & speaking engagement summaries, award nominations and directory submissions.
- Conduct media relations and maintain external relationships
- Assist the PR Manager in the development of the strategy and plan for supporting media and public relations initiatives.
- Work across assigned markets to identify earned media opportunities and pitch local media outlets.
- Prepare lawyers and consultants for media opportunities, including talking points and media coaching.
- Track applicable award opportunities and legal / business surveys for all firm markets and ensure communications team is apprised of upcoming deadlines.
- Support social media manager in drafting and posting content, as needed.
- Work with PR team to organize deadlines and submissions for various legal directories and rankings.
- Special projects and duties as assigned.
What is expected :
- Strong commitment to client service.
- Cooperation and the ability to collaborate in a team, including cross-office.
- Ability to problem solve, use sound judgement and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment.
- Positive and professional demeanor.
What we offer :
- Paid time for firm-sponsored volunteer events.
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields.
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental plans, vision plans and 401(k) contributions.
- Generous paid time off.
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
What is required :
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in marketing, communications, journalism or English
- A minimum of 4 years of material writing and editing experience
- A minimum of 4 years of public relations experience
- Experience with project managing communications projects, including substantial writing and editing experience, planning and calendaring communications, and leveraging content across communications channels (internal and external)
- Strong writing and editing skills, including an understanding of AP style
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Law firm or other professional services experience preferred
25 days ago