Overview
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for an experienced Public Relations Manager to support the communications team within the Marketing department. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,300 lawyers located in 16 offices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations and media relations, ideally in the legal or professional services fields. At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic media relations to elevate firm brand, reputation, and thought leadership across global markets, ensuring consistent messaging and high-impact coverage. Develop and execute integrated PR campaigns aligned with business priorities, practice group growth, and firmwide strategic initiatives. Partner with firm leadership and attorneys to position expertise in top-tier legal, business, and mainstream media. Conduct competitive intelligence and industry research to identify opportunities and inform recommendations. Draft and edit press releases, media pitches, award submissions, and related content with clarity, precision and persuasive impact. Collaborate on website updates, partner biographies, social media content, and marketing materials. Perform additional tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations or the Equivalent 5 years minimum of related work experience Strong inter-personal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build interpersonal relationships and propose new ideas Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment and still meet deadlines Strong attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
ADA Requirements
Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances. Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment. Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption. Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals. Ability to moderate objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance. Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 25 lbs.
Employment Status
Exempt Hybrid
Pay
Pay Range: USD $130,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Pay Range Statement
The salary range for this role represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location. Willkie offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Career section of the Firm’s website.
EEO Statement
Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.
California Applicants
Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.
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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for an experienced Public Relations Manager to support the communications team within the Marketing department. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,300 lawyers located in 16 offices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations and media relations, ideally in the legal or professional services fields. At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic media relations to elevate firm brand, reputation, and thought leadership across global markets, ensuring consistent messaging and high-impact coverage. Develop and execute integrated PR campaigns aligned with business priorities, practice group growth, and firmwide strategic initiatives. Partner with firm leadership and attorneys to position expertise in top-tier legal, business, and mainstream media. Conduct competitive intelligence and industry research to identify opportunities and inform recommendations. Draft and edit press releases, media pitches, award submissions, and related content with clarity, precision and persuasive impact. Collaborate on website updates, partner biographies, social media content, and marketing materials. Perform additional tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations or the Equivalent 5 years minimum of related work experience Strong inter-personal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build interpersonal relationships and propose new ideas Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment and still meet deadlines Strong attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
ADA Requirements
Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances. Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment. Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption. Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals. Ability to moderate objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance. Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 25 lbs.
Employment Status
Exempt Hybrid
Pay
Pay Range: USD $130,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Pay Range Statement
The salary range for this role represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location. Willkie offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Career section of the Firm’s website.
EEO Statement
Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.
California Applicants
Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.
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