Legal PR & Media Relations Specialist

DLA Piper; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Public Relations) to advance the firm's brand through targeted media relations. You will develop storylines with attorneys and Marketing teams and proactively pitch to outlets to secure placements with trade and business press.

The role requires a proactive, results-driven communicator with solid media relations experience, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a hybrid US office setting.

Qualifications

• Proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling.
• Proven track record of securing media coverage and building relationships with journalists.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and engagingly.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools.
• Ability to work West Coast hours preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Help create and implement comprehensive media relations strategies that align with firm goals and enhance its visibility with legal and business audiences.
• Collaborate with the attorneys and Communications, Marketing and Business Development colleagues to develop storylines that promote the firm’s practice areas, attorneys, and significant achievements.
• Proactively pitch story ideas, news releases, and commentary to secure media placements in relevant outlets.
• Maintain media relationships and be aware of changes in media landscape.
• Other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

Media relations

Storytelling

Relationship building

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Media monitoring tools

West Coast hours

Education

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

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Public Relations) to advance the firm's brand through targeted media relations. You will develop storylines with attorneys and Marketing teams and proactively pitch to outlets to secure placements with trade and business press.

The role requires a proactive, results-driven communicator with solid media relations experience, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a hybrid US office setting.