Strategic Litigation PR Lead (NYC)

Comms Search & Selection Ltd; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Dechert seeks a Public Relations Manager for its New York office to lead strategic public relations initiatives focused on the U.S. market and global reach. The role works closely with the Litigation Client Development team and coordinates with London-based EMEA PR and other Marketing teams to elevate the practice’s brand.

The candidate will implement media plans across business, general, trade, legal and web press, leveraging an existing journalist network in the U.S. and abroad.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services environment, preferably law.
• Journalism experience preferred.
• Established relationships across U.S. national, business and legal press.
• Track record of translating strategic plans into actionable steps.
• Strong stakeholder management experience with executive presence.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English or related field.
• Excellent writing and superior oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of AP Style and ability to learn the firm’s writing style guide.
• Detail-oriented, organized and able to prioritize and coordinate own work.
• Collaborative and confidential in approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop media strategies for Litigation practices in the U.S. and globally.
• Target business reporters and report on coverage metrics.
• Identify news opportunities and coordinate interviews with reporters and lawyers.
• Write press releases, pitches, and publicity copy.
• Place bylined articles and develop thought leadership opportunities.
• Track media coverage and manage relationships with media.

Skills

Press relations

Stakeholder management

Writing skills

AP Style

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications/journalism/public relations/English

Job description

Dechert seeks a Public Relations Manager for its New York office to lead strategic public relations initiatives focused on the U.S. market and global reach. The role works closely with the Litigation Client Development team and coordinates with London-based EMEA PR and other Marketing teams to elevate the practice’s brand.

The candidate will implement media plans across business, general, trade, legal and web press, leveraging an existing journalist network in the U.S. and abroad.