Global Awards & Directories Strategist

Dechert LLP; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Dechert LLP in the United States seeks a Recognition Manager to strengthen the firm's reputation through strategic awards and legal directory activity. You will drive submissions, interview lawyers, write and edit materials, and coordinate with external consultants to deliver compelling profiles and nominations.

Based in the firm's global Marketing team, you will liaise with Chambers and Legal 500, manage directory rankings reporting, stay attuned to industry trends, and collaborate with senior

Qualifications

• Proven ability to distill complex subject matter into clear, engaging submissions.
• Experience with legal awards and directories submission processes.
• Strong project management and organizational skills in a professional services environment.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion with sensitive information.
• Experience working with international teams across multiple time zones.
• Willingness to adjust hours to meet operating needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess award criteria and select nominee lawyers and matters for profiling.
• Oversee production of complex submissions and interview lawyers for insights.
• Edit drafts with input from external contributors and meet deadlines.
• Develop strategies to raise the profile of client teams through awards.
• Manage relationships with external consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with Chambers/Legal500 on editorial and budget questions.
• Promote ranking successes with Communications colleagues.

Skills

Editorial writing

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Storytelling

Discretion

International collaboration

Job description

Dechert LLP in the United States seeks a Recognition Manager to strengthen the firm's reputation through strategic awards and legal directory activity. You will drive submissions, interview lawyers, write and edit materials, and coordinate with external consultants to deliver compelling profiles and nominations.

Based in the firm's global Marketing team, you will liaise with Chambers and Legal 500, manage directory rankings reporting, stay attuned to industry trends, and collaborate with senior