Public Relations Manager

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Job Description

Public Relations Manager for top tier global law firm. This position can be located in Washington, DC, NYC, Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA or Palo Alto, CA. This is mostly remote position with some in office work. The PR Manager is responsible for helping to increase Firm visibility across offices and practices globally. This position plays an integral role on the Communications team, including developing successful media campaigns, securing strategic media coverage, and drafting award submissions and press releases. Ideal candidates have the ability to
communicate persuasively and concisely. Candidates must be able to work both independently and as part of a highly collaborative global team.
Duties: Develop/implement communications plans for key practice and industry groups across the Firm. Develop/maintain close relationships with legal trade, financial, and mainstream media to increase the profile of the Firm, practice groups, and partners in key practice areas. Collaborate closely with senior lawyers to understand market challenges, business opportunities, and competitive elements and align our public relations
strategy to address them. Create and implement effective PR campaigns for individual lawyers and practice and industry groups that support client development goals. Identify appropriate third-party commentary topics
and industry trends and proactively reach out to reporters to secure interview opportunities and media coverage. Place lawyer-written articles at legal, business, and industry publications. Draft various editorial-based award submissions for media outlets such as Law360 and American Lawyer. Drive and support other priority initiatives as required by business needs.
Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of four years of PR experience, ideally in a law firm. Excellent communication skills, both
verbal and written. Strong analytical skills. Detail-oriented in all tasks, including excellent proof-reading and research skills. Strong time- management skills and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and with a highly collaborative team. Strong client service ethic. Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills. Salary is commensurate with experience.