Marketing and Communications Manager at Greenberg Traurig | Houston, TX

Greenberg Traurig

Marketing and Communications Manager

Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the Texas-area PR and communications program, shaping external messaging, thought leadership, and media relations to advance the firm’s strategic objectives and practice goals.

Strategic Communications: Align content, media outreach, and events with firm objectives and practice leadership.
Thought Leadership & Media: Build authoritative content streams, secure placements, and manage awards/submissions to elevate reputation.
Cross-Functional Execution: Collaborate with attorneys, marketing, and operations to plan office-level marketing and community relations, plus coach on media readiness.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Works with the CCO, Marketing and Business Development Manager, and leaders to create a proactive communications program aligned with strategic objectives
Develops story/content priorities and outreach strategies to build thought leadership, including media placements, bylined articles, newsletters, alerts, events, multimedia
Creates and repurposes content for external communications across platforms
Writes press releases, internal communications and other media collateral as needed
Plans and executes awards submissions, nominations, thought leadership events, and social media contributions
Identifies opportunities on external PR channels to achieve goals
Seeks opportunities to place attorneys/stories in client-facing media
Provides strategic support for internal/external programs and designs collateral for handouts, intranet, presentations, and white papers
Coordinates with attorneys and marketing staff to develop office/practice-specific marketing plans and researches community relations opportunities
Provides media relations support, including pitching, interviews, and talking points prep

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
7–10 years of PR experience in a law firm, professional services, or business/legal journalism
Track record of successful media placements and thought leadership
Strong writing portfolio translating complex topics into compelling copy
Solid media relationships and ability to manage PR risk with guidance to leaders
Experience with Cision or similar PR databases
Proficiency with Windows software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with social media channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube)
Proficiency with using AI for writing/research tasks
In-office four days a week and reports to the Chief Communications Officer

Preferred

Excellent writing/copyediting skills, with business/legal writing experience

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package
Greenberg Traurig provides an innovative and collaborative environment

Greenberg Traurig

3.5 Glassdoor

Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 3,000 attorneys across 51 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm’s broad geographic and practice range enables the delivery of innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries. Recognized as a 2025 BTI “Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm” by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. Greenberg Traurig is also known for its philanthropic giving, culture, innovation, and pro bono work. Web: www.gtlaw.com.

Founded in 1967

New York, New York, USA

5.5K employees (90 in marketing)

www.gtlaw.com

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