Job Description

The Sr. Specialist - Media Relations will be responsible for helping to raise the firm\'s profile utilizing all our media and message channels, as well as executing high-level elements of our awards program. This strategic position reports to the Associate Director of Communications and works closely with members of the communications and business development teams, as well as lawyers worldwide

• Help to plan and execute visibility programs for the firm, its practices, and individual partners, in alignment with the firm\'s business objectives, across distribution channels that include print and broadcast media, online and social media, and more.
• Research and synthesize information needed for interviews and background discussions with media and awards granting bodies. Draft talking points, interview capsules, and other prep materials.
• Prepare and coach lawyers for interviews and press interactions as needed. Create thoughtful, high-quality prep materials and provide them in a timely fashion to lawyers prior to interactions with media.
• Work with the Associate Director to repurpose content produced throughout the firm, including thought leadership, client memos, byline articles, conference presentations, and the like, for potential media pitches and alerts, website usage, distribution via social media, external publication, and so on.
• Build relationships with key business and legal reporters, editors, and producers.
• Collaborate with other members of the communications team to execute creative campaigns around special projects and draft content.
• Develop reporting metrics for evaluating and tracking our visibility programs and media coverage.
• Oversee the work of communications coordinators and writer consultants as appropriate.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual\'s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Our client enjoys a reputation for the highest quality of lawyers and work.|Join a top 30 AmLaw firm based in New York City.

Qualifications

• Understanding of transactional and litigation terminology and processes.
• Excellent research, writing/editing, proofreading, and grammar skills, with a high level of attention to detail. (A writing and editing test is required.)
• Outstanding communication skills and a poised, professional manner that will enable the firm\'s most senior partners to have confidence in the applicant\'s judgment and recommendations.
• Proficiency in standard spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications (e.g., Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe).
• Proficiency in utilizing social media platforms for research and posting (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram).
• Knowledge of any CRM system and PR research tool is also helpful. The Firm provides additional training in core software programs, if needed, to enhance skills and speed of work.
• Ability to work in a demanding professional environment to demonstrate good judgment, handle time-sensitive requests from multiple lawyers, across time zones, and generate quality work product in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or experience

• Three to five years of experience in a marketing or PR capacity in a law firm, financial institution, or other professional services firm, or with a PR agency specializing in professional services clients.
• Experience working with senior executives/partners.
• BA, BS, or equivalent required; JD, MBA, or other applicable degree is a plus.

Our client provides the highest quality legal advice and representation to clients around the world. The results the Firm achieves have set it apart for more than 140 years and have become a model for the modern practice of law. Today, the law practice is a leader in each of its core practice areas and in each of its geographic markets.

Compensation

The base salary range offered for this role will be between $100,000 and $130,000. When determining a candidate\'s compensation offer, elements unique to each person are taken into consideration including but not limited to skill set, experience level, performance, professional certifications, degrees, and location, as well as the needs of the Firm. The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses, and other benefits. Benefits Summary includes:

• Vacation
• Firm Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Medical/Dental Plan
• 401K Savings Plan
• Child Care Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Disability Coverage
• Life and Accident Insurance
• On-site Emergency Day Care
• Child Care Referral Service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Health Club Memberships
• Transportation Fringe Benefits
• Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Subsidized Cafeteria
• Business Casual Dress Policy

Professional Development:

The firm offers extensive opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement, technical training, management skills training, Lunch and Learn seminars, online instruction, and other ad hoc developmental opportunities. These courses are offered through a combination of classroom seminars, computer-based training, and outside resources.

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