Awards Submissions Storyteller

DLA Piper; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Awards) to craft compelling submissions for editorial awards. You will partner with lawyers and Communications, Marketing, and Business Development to highlight the firm’s achievements, driving narrative quality and strategic storytelling.

The role emphasizes strong writing, tight project management, and adherence to award criteria, with a hybrid work arrangement across US offices.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and editing skills with a storytelling mindset.
• Ability to craft narratives that align with award criteria.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Research awards, criteria, and previous winners.
• Collaborate with lawyers, Communications, Marketing and BD teams to gather information.
• Write persuasive narratives highlighting firm achievements and innovations.
• Edit and refine submissions for clarity and persuasiveness.
• Manage submission timelines and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain a database of awards, requirements and deadlines for future use.
• Build relationships with industry contacts for submission insights.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Organization

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Awards) to craft compelling submissions for editorial awards. You will partner with lawyers and Communications, Marketing, and Business Development to highlight the firm’s achievements, driving narrative quality and strategic storytelling.

The role emphasizes strong writing, tight project management, and adherence to award criteria, with a hybrid work arrangement across US offices.