WilmerHale
Manager, Public Relations and Communications
WilmerHale, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Manager, Public Relations and Communications
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WilmerHale . WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice. Responsibilities
A self-motivated individual of integrity who respects the confidentiality and sensitivity of the firm’s work. Collaborates closely with marketing and business development leads to ensure news and feature stories are current and appealing to target markets. Oversees and produces, from concept to completion, a broad array of digital and/or print promotional and communication materials. Ensures all materials present a clear, unified, and positive image for the firm and/or brand. Identifies opportunities for promotion of firm and lawyer news for internal and external utilization. Creates meaningful communications programs that engage and inspire all levels of employees and is grounded in diversity, equity and inclusion. Supervises the firm’s responses to editorial-based surveys and awards. Successfully performs multiple tasks simultaneously as well as short cycle and long cycle projects, with strong attention to detail, while working alongside team members in a fast-paced, demanding team environment. Works closely across teams in the department. Contributes to managing the selected external agencies and consultants. Displays professionalism, service-oriented, "can do" attitude to the firm’s lawyers and support services members, and the firm’s clients and vendors. Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team and staff members. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. Proven ability to identify and create proactive media opportunities. Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism. Willingness to work on other marketing projects, as needed. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Precise attention to detail, with extraordinary organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under multiple supervisors. Excellent business writing skills, including knowledge of business English, vocabulary, punctuation, grammar, and spelling. Working knowledge of work practices, policies, and procedures as they relate to function and operations. Flexibility and ability to travel to other firm locations when necessary. Education
Bachelor’s degree required. Experience
7 to 10 years of communications, public relations, marketing or journalism experience. Law Firm or Professional Services experience strongly preferred. Previous experience successfully managing direct reports preferred. WilmerHale is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law. For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development, Art/Creative, and Marketing Industries
Law Practice This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary.
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Join to apply for the
Manager, Public Relations and Communications
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WilmerHale . WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice. Responsibilities
A self-motivated individual of integrity who respects the confidentiality and sensitivity of the firm’s work. Collaborates closely with marketing and business development leads to ensure news and feature stories are current and appealing to target markets. Oversees and produces, from concept to completion, a broad array of digital and/or print promotional and communication materials. Ensures all materials present a clear, unified, and positive image for the firm and/or brand. Identifies opportunities for promotion of firm and lawyer news for internal and external utilization. Creates meaningful communications programs that engage and inspire all levels of employees and is grounded in diversity, equity and inclusion. Supervises the firm’s responses to editorial-based surveys and awards. Successfully performs multiple tasks simultaneously as well as short cycle and long cycle projects, with strong attention to detail, while working alongside team members in a fast-paced, demanding team environment. Works closely across teams in the department. Contributes to managing the selected external agencies and consultants. Displays professionalism, service-oriented, "can do" attitude to the firm’s lawyers and support services members, and the firm’s clients and vendors. Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team and staff members. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. Proven ability to identify and create proactive media opportunities. Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism. Willingness to work on other marketing projects, as needed. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Precise attention to detail, with extraordinary organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under multiple supervisors. Excellent business writing skills, including knowledge of business English, vocabulary, punctuation, grammar, and spelling. Working knowledge of work practices, policies, and procedures as they relate to function and operations. Flexibility and ability to travel to other firm locations when necessary. Education
Bachelor’s degree required. Experience
7 to 10 years of communications, public relations, marketing or journalism experience. Law Firm or Professional Services experience strongly preferred. Previous experience successfully managing direct reports preferred. WilmerHale is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law. For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development, Art/Creative, and Marketing Industries
Law Practice This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary.
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