Communications Assistant

For the New York Office of a Global Law Firm
This is a filled position.

Responsibilities include:

• Create reports on social media engagement, email campaigns and potential online advertising;
• Assist in the creation of thought leadership materials including research projects and content creation;
• Help Associates and Partners identify blog topics, write compelling blogs and promote blogs on social media;
• Manage calendar of by-line opportunities and coordinate submission with lawyers;
• Manage publicity of deals, including internal press release, pitching to trades and external deal alert emails;
• Monitor and update print and web collateral materials such as brochures and practice descriptions.

Qualifications include:

• 2+ years of relevant PR/communications experience; agency experience is preferred;
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills (proficient in AP Style a plus);
• Exceptional attention to detail;
• Highly proficient in Microsoft office applications;
• Strong familiarity and comfort with digital platforms and associated technology;
• Must be a self-starter, able to work well with lawyers and other professionals within all levels in the organization.