Senior Manager, Public Relations & Communications Job at Paul Hastings in New Yo

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world’s top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us.

Job Title

Senior Manager, Public Relations & Communications

Location

New York, Washington, D.C.

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

We have an immediate opening in our Communications department for an experienced and motivated Senior Manager, PR & Communications. Working closely with the Chief Communications Officer and colleagues globally, the Senior Manager, PR & Communications will develop, manage and implement communications plans that support the firm’s strategic priorities while elevating its brand and position in the market.

Job Description

• Identify, manage and deliver opportunities for the firm to elevate its profile and reputation in the market through media coverage and other external communications channels.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant reporters and editors.
• Take the lead on drafting and editing of PR and communications materials, including press releases, pitches, media briefings, messaging, Q&As and presentations.
• Build and nurture effective relationships with partners and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare partners and other stakeholders for media engagement, including developing materials such as briefings, key messages and talking points.
• Assist and support senior members of the communications team with issues management.
• In conjunction with senior team members, provide regular oversight of and guidance to external PR agencies in their efforts to support the firm, practices, and the communications team more broadly.
• Coach junior members of the communications team.
• Work beyond normal business hours, as needed.
• Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Proficiencies

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong people skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
• Sound judgment and excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with business and legal terms and jargon.
• Ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• Strong leadership skills, including experience managing direct reports and external agencies.
• Work beyond normal business hours, as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 10+ years of experience in public relations, preferably within legal or professional services (required). PR agency experience a plus.
• Proven experience managing PR strategy across multiple jurisdictions in the United States; global experience a plus.
• Significant media relations experience essential; strong existing legal and business media relationships desired.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing PR plans and activities, and securing high-profile media coverage.
• Ability to influence and build trust with individuals at all levels of an organization, including senior and executive level personnel.
• Experience with issues management and ability to remain calm and clear-headed when responding to media attention involving sensitive topics.

Salary Range (Washington, DC): $169,200 – $215,000 annually.

Salary Range (New York): $180,500 – $225,000 annually.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance. With respect to candidates for employment in Massachusetts, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Although Paul Hastings does not use a lie detector test in its typical application process, an employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.