Communications Specialist

Job Summary & Objectives 

The Communications Specialist works as part of the Communications and broader Business Development team to help raise the profile of the Firm and its practices. This includes assisting in the development of profile and brand-raising initiatives to support the business development and marketing of individual Partners, practice areas, offices and the Firm. This role also assists in implementing specific communications, public relations, marketing and business development strategies through tracking and monitoring, research and analysis, reporting, developing awards and marketing communications, content administration, events and presentations, ensuring the Firm’s high standard of excellence is met. 

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Together with the Communications team and broader BD Department, identify opportunities to position and raise the profile of the practice and partners through media engagement, contributed content and other thought leadership campaigns 

• Assist in driving media engagement by promoting newsworthy transactions and litigation victories through appropriate media channels 

• Collaborate in executing strategy related to bylined articles and other contributed content, including coordinating submission of copy and related publication agreements 

• Identify opportunities for media commentary and create related preparatory materials 

• Perform research and analysis on prospective and scheduled speakers at Firm events, including compiling reports on commentary, social media and thought leadership 

• Monitor and manage data concerning the Firm’s press coverage; conduct media sweeps as necessary 

• Monitor new wires and clipping services; read industry-specific media/publications; keep current with industry knowledge 

• Develop and maintain website content, partner biographies and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels 

• Support the creation of advertising, posters, flyers and other promotional materials, working with Graphic Design team and outside vendors where appropriate  

• Contribute to  the preparation and maintenance of Business Development and Communications materials, including brochures, practice area descriptions and other content 

• Working with key Firm stakeholders, assist in the preparation of award submissions and survey responses for various legal and business publications 

• Assist in executing LinkedIn strategy 

• Support Business Development projects and other Firm initiatives as needed 

• Perform various business and operational support functions related to Communications and Business Development strategies, policies, procedures and initiatives 

• Partner and collaborate with the broader business development team as needed 

• Perform other duties as needed 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention to detail 

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding environment 

• Proven ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment  

• Strong project management and organizational skills, demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and manage multiple projects concurrently, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment  

• Ability to develop buy-in, interact well and build professional relationships with key stakeholders while maintaining a high level of customer service, diplomacy and discretion 

• Excellent research and analytical abilities 

• Ability to assess needs, assign priorities, develop strategies and make recommendations when presented with ambiguous or incomplete information  

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills to make sound decisions, escalating as appropriate 

• Ability to effectively share knowledge and resources with appropriate parties, both internally and externally 

• Ability to anticipate business challenges of partners and senior team members and proactively address needs with self-assuredness and business acumen  

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and web-based research 

• Must be flexible and willing to work additional hours as needed 

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 3-4 years of experience in a law firm or professional services business preferred 

• Experience with website content creation and/or website content posting preferred 

Physical Demands ( to perform essential job functions) 

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. 

• Sitting: Remaining in the seated position, particularly for sustained periods of time 

• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another 

• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps using feet and legs or hands and arms 

• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally 

• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder 

• Pulling/Pushing: Using upper extremities to exert steady force upon an object so that the object moves toward or away from the force 

• Bending/Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine, or by bending legs at knees 

• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction 

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.