Responsibilities

• Identify, manage and deliver opportunities for the firm to elevate its profile and reputation in the market through media coverage and other external communications channels;
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant reporters and editors;
• Take the lead on drafting and editing of PR and communications materials, including press releases, pitches, media briefings, messaging, Q&As and presentations;
• Build and nurture effective relationships with partners and other key stakeholders;
• Prepare partners and other stakeholders for media engagement, including developing materials such as briefings, key messages and talking points;
• Assist and support senior members of the communications team with issues management;
• In conjunction with senior team members, provide regular oversight of and guidance to external PR agencies in their efforts to support the firm, practices, and the communications team more broadly;
• Coach junior members of the communications team;
• Work beyond normal business hours, as needed;
• Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 10+ years of experience in public relations, preferably within legal or professional services (required). PR agency experience a plus
• Proven experience managing PR strategy across multiple jurisdictions in the United States; Global experience a plus
• Significant media relations experience essential; strong existing legal and business media relationships desired
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing PR plans and activities, and securing high-profile media coverage
• Ability to influence and build trust with individuals at all levels of an organization, including senior and executive level personnel; and
• Experience with issues management and ability to remain calm and clear-headed when responding to media attention involving sensitive topics.

Preferred

• PR agency experience a plus
• Global experience a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs