Senior Coordinator, Public Relations and Communications

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

Responsibilities include:

• Draft various content including external announcements, award and survey submissions, social media posts and content for the firm’s external website;
• Develop targeted media lists for distribution of firm news as well as field and respond to press inquiries;
• Develop and maintain relationships with key business, legal and trade journalists;
• Identify opportunities for lawyers to speak with reporters and arrange interviews and meetings;
• Research opportunities for and facilitate placement of bylined articles;
• Assist with research projects.

Qualifications include:

• 2+ years of legal or recruiting experience in PR/media relations or corporate communications; law firm experience preferred. Bachelors degree in relevant field;
• Exemplary editing, proofreading and writing skills, with ability to create compelling content and adapt tone;
• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with individuals at all levels;
• Ability to handle multiple, often time-sensitive, projects simultaneously and able to prioritize deadlines and manage changing priorities;
• Self-starter with an excellent work ethic, organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Knowledge of a variety of legal practice areas and social media is a plus.