Marketing & Communications Assistant

Responsibilities

• Update department editorial and production calendars as directed.
• Provide administrative support for Chambers and The Legal 500 content collection, submission tracking, routine formatting, and routing materials for review.
• Enter and update information in firm awards, directory submission, and media trackers.
• Track assigned deadlines and outstanding materials, send routine reminders as directed, and flag missing information for the appropriate team member.
• Proofread materials for typographical errors, formatting issues and missing information, and organize and archive approved content and final files.
• Support the creation of templated graphics and routine digital graphics using approved brand standards and direction.
• Assist with formatting firm and practice group marketing collateral and preparing approved files for distribution.
• Assist planning efforts related to media interviews, conferences, priority travel, firm milestones, and other high-visibility engagements. Assist the broader team during critical communications moments, particularly those involving senior attorneys (e.g., global announcements, client wins or firm milestones).
• Media monitoring: Collaborate with the broader team to monitor media coverage and provide monthly reports.
• Messaging support: Assist with the development of external communications, ensuring consistency and clarity across all channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant professional experience in marketing and or communications in a professional services environment
• Prior internship experience in a corporate, agency, or law firm setting is preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to tone and detail - the ideal candidate will have exceptional editorial skills and the ability to produce accurate and concise work product under tight deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, respond to changing priorities and work effectively under deadlines
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across marketing, business development, operations, and administrative teams
• Professional presence with the ability to interact confidently with individuals at all levels of the firm
• Experience with LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and other professional social media engagement platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel); familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Oktopost, Umbraco, Vuture, Monday or similar platforms is preferred