Communications Specialist – Public Relations

Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)

$34/hr – $53/hrMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 7 days ago

Job Summary

Lead and own the firm’s media relations program, shaping strategy, developing cross‑functional storylines, and securing media placements while managing multiple projects and relationships.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Help create and implement comprehensive media relations strategies that align with firm goals and enhance its visibility with legal and business audiences.
  • Collaborate with the attorneys and Communications, Marketing and Business Development colleagues to develop storylines that promote the firm’s practice areas, attorneys, and significant achievements.
  • Proactively pitch story ideas, news releases, and commentary to secure media placements in relevant outlets.
  • Maintain media relationships and be aware of changes in media landscape.
  • Other duties or projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
  • 5 years’ experience in Marketing, Public relations, Journalism, or similar field.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and engagingly.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
  • Proficiency in media monitoring tools.

Preferred

  • Ability to work West Coast hours preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

  • medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
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DLA Piper

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DLA Piper is a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.Every day we help trailblazing organizations seize business opportunities and successfully manage growth and change at speed. Through our pro bono work and community investment around the world, we help create a more just and sustainable future. Visit dlapiper.com to discover more.

Founded in 2005
London, England, GBR
13K employees (372 in marketing)
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Salaries

Posted range

$34/hr – $53/hr

Taken straight from the job posting.

The middle of this range ($90K) is 24% above the median base salary for Public Relations Specialist roles in the United States ($73K).

Public Relations Specialist median pay in the United States

$73K/yr

Most pay falls between $62K and $87K. Based on 56 salaries.

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Communications Specialist – Public Relations

DLA Piper · Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid