Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy aligned with the firm’s business objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Strengthen and protect the firm’s reputation across all markets and stakeholder groups.
• Advise on communication opportunities and reputational risks.
• Establish key messaging and positioning for the firm, practice groups, industry teams and strategic initiatives.
• Measure communication effectiveness and provide regular reporting.
• Partner closely with Littler’s PR agency on media efforts and strategies to elevate the firm’s profile.
• Develop relationships with key reporters within targeted media outlets.
• Identify opportunities to further promote thought leadership.
• Oversee speaking engagements, award submissions, rankings and industry recognition.
• Partner with business development managers on market-specific PR strategy and execution.

Requirements

• 10+ years of communications, public relations and corporate communications experience
• Experience in a law firm, professional services firm, or consulting firm strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing media relations, corporate communications and reputation management
• Experience leading communications teams and cross-functional initiatives
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strategic and creative thinking and business acumen
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, compelling communications
• Executive presence and confidence advising senior leaders
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with keen attention to detail

Benefits

• We offer a generous benefits package to full-time and part-time employees working at least a 50% schedule. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision plan for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children. In addition, we provide a superior 401(k) plan, ample time off programs, mental health programs, family building and caregiving, generous paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, a wellness program, flexible spending accounts, and an employee referral bonus program.