Communications Coordinator

For the NYC Office of a Large Global Law Firm

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with media relations efforts (e.g. drafting press releases, placing bylined articles, maintaining media lists, developing media briefing notes etc.)
• Monitor and track PR/communications activity; including media coverage/interviews, email campaigns and social media engagement;
• Assist with social media efforts such as designing images for use on the Firm’s LinkedIn account and coordinating/drafting weekly summary newsletter;
• Manage calendar for award submissions and assist with drafting submissions;
• Draft weekly documents such as the US client newsletter and the US press summary report;
• Monitor and keep collateral material up to date.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or English preferred;
• 1-3 years of relevant PR/communications experience; PR/communications agency experience a plus;
• Experience interacting with law firm partners or C-suite executives a plus;
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills (proficient in AP Style a plus);
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with lawyers and other professionals within all levels of the Firm.

Salary: $70-80k

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