Senior Media & Communications Manager

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.

Dinsmore is seeking a Senior Media & Communications Manager. The Senior Media & Communications Manager leads the firm's external and internal communications strategy, safeguarding and enhancing the firm's reputation across global markets. This role partners closely with firm leadership, practice leaders, and Marketing and Business Development to deliver sophisticated, timely, and strategic communications that support the firm's business objectives and reinforce its market leadership.

The role requires deep experience in media relations, issues management, executive communications, and professional services environments, with the judgment and discretion expected in a large, complex law firm.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute proactive media strategies that elevate the firm's profile and thought leadership across key practices and industries
Serve as the firm's primary media contact; manage relationships with national, legal, and trade press
Draft and position press releases, statements, pitches, and talking points for partners and firm leadership
Monitor media coverage and industry developments; provide strategic counsel on reputational risks and opportunities
Lead communications strategy for sensitive, confidential, or high-risk matters, including litigation-related issues
Advise firm leadership on crisis preparedness, response protocols, and messaging
Coordinate closely with firm leadership on complex communications matters
Develop messaging for firm leadership, including partner communications, firmwide announcements, and strategic initiatives
Support leadership communications related to mergers, lateral partner hires, leadership transitions, and firm performance
Ensure consistent messaging and tone across internal and external platforms
Partner with Marketing and Business Development colleagues to align communications with firm strategy and practice priorities
Oversee the creation of high-quality content, including thought leadership promotion, awards submissions, and firm narratives
Maintain and evolve the firm's communications calendar and key messaging frameworks
Manage and mentor communications team members and/or external agencies
Collaborate with partners, practice group leaders, and administrative leadership across the firm
Establish best practices, workflows, and approval processes appropriate for a large law firm environment
Requirements

15+ years of progressive experience in media relations, corporate communications, or public affairs
Experience in a large law firm, professional services firm, financial services, or similarly regulated environment strongly preferred
Demonstrated success managing complex media relations and high-stakes issues
Exceptional writing, editing, and messaging skills, with strong attention to detail
Proven ability to advise senior executives and partners with sound judgment and discretion
Experience managing teams and external vendors
Strategic thinking and executive presence
Excellent judgment and confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence at senior levels
Deep understanding of media landscape and professional services branding
Supervise, inspire, lead and mentor Media Specialist and Visual media Content Coordinator

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