Responsibilities

• Works closely with the corporate PR manager to develop and implement strategic PR initiatives designed to maintain and enhance the Firm’s corporate practices including M&A, capital markets, corporate restructuring and banking, among other areas.
• Leverages/cultivates strong relationships with key journalists at business, legal and other trade publications.
• Generates and pitches corporate focused story ideas that showcase the Firm's expertise and accomplishments in various practice areas.
• Partners with Business Development and Marketing teams to identify and position practices and partners on key legal issues and trends.
• Trains and otherwise prepares Partners for conversations with the press and for interviews with directories.
• Monitors and tracks key corporate matters and significant client news.
• Oversees writing and placement of lateral partner press releases and profile-raising strategy.
• Monitors activities of and communicates with Partners, counsel and senior associates regarding Firm matters, and provides relevant updates for use in various Firm materials.
• Drafts various award submissions and facilitates media components of submissions including interviews and Q&As.
• Works to ensure media strategies align with business development goals and priorities.
• Leverages Firm events and content, including mailings and presentations, for thought leadership opportunities.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Assists with review of the daily compilation of Firm mentions in the press.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
• Assists with group's tracking efforts and assists with the production of activity reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Significant knowledge of the legal marketplace and operations within a professional services firm
• Significant knowledge of the legal press (coverage, tone, frequency, etc.) and strong business acumen
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Knowledge of the business and legal press (coverage, tone, frequency, etc.) and strong business acumen
• Flexible self-starter with a desire to work in both strategic and hands-on capacities
• Demonstrates excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, critical thinking and planning skills
• Demonstrates strong collaborative and project management skills
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact effectively with partners, other attorneys and business services professionals at all levels
• Ability to identify and execute proactively on media opportunities
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to work in both a strategic and hands-on capacity
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
• Flexibility to travel

Preferred