External Communications Assistant — Hybrid, Media Support

Cooley LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Health Savings Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off: 20 days

10 paid holidays

Parental leave & fertility benefits

Job summary

Cooley LLP, a global law firm, seeks a Communications Assistant to join the External Communications team in Washington, DC. You will support media relations, monitor coverage, draft materials, and help maintain communications calendars and resources.

The role requires strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work schedule combines in-office days with remote work, with occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, English, Marketing or related field.
• Experience in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or related field.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Support proactive media relations and reputation-building initiatives.
• Monitor news involving Cooley, its lawyers, clients and industries.
• Prepare and distribute media coverage reports and updates.
• Assist with drafting, editing, and posting external communications.
• Coordinate media interviews and prepare background materials.
• Maintain media lists and resources; support campaigns and calendars.

Skills

Microsoft Office

iManage

Public relations

Education

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

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Media databases

Job description

Cooley LLP, a global law firm, seeks a Communications Assistant to join the External Communications team in Washington, DC. You will support media relations, monitor coverage, draft materials, and help maintain communications calendars and resources.

The role requires strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work schedule combines in-office days with remote work, with occasional overtime as needed.