Awards & Rankings Strategy Lead

Cooley LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Cooley LLP is seeking an Accolades & Rankings Manager to join the Communications team in New York. The role oversees firmwide processes for accolades and ranking submissions, collaborating with marketing, business development and department leadership to maximize impact and engagement.

The position emphasizes superb project management, communications skills and leadership, with opportunities to influence strategy and drive measurable results for the firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience in awards and rankings, public relations, communications, marketing, or business development, preferably with law firm experience.
• Senior level candidates must have 7+ years of exempt work experience with at least 4 in management.
• Project management skills are essential.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Institute a new era of improved processes for intake, evaluation and pursuit of ranking and accolade opportunities.
• Collaborate with communications and marketing & business development teams to manage submissions, workflow, and deadlines.
• Research award and ranking opportunities, track results, and provide reports and analysis.
• Lead writer on key high-level award submissions when appropriate.
• Supervise and mentor direct reports and manage staffing and time logs.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Research skills

Deadline-driven

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cooley LLP is seeking an Accolades & Rankings Manager to join the Communications team in New York. The role oversees firmwide processes for accolades and ranking submissions, collaborating with marketing, business development and department leadership to maximize impact and engagement.

The position emphasizes superb project management, communications skills and leadership, with opportunities to influence strategy and drive measurable results for the firm.