Public Relations Senior Coordinator

Sidley Austin; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP in New York is seeking a Public Relations Senior Coordinator to support the firm's PR strategy, craft press releases and talking points, and monitor media coverage to inform strategy. You will collaborate with lawyers and external agencies, secure approvals for media interviews, prepare reports, and manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

A Bachelor's in communications and 3+ years of PR experience are required; NY salary range is $60,000–$74,000, with bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communication, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• 3+ years of public relations experience in a PR agency, law firm, professional services or other business setting.
• Excellent writing, organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of AP style.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of public relations activities aligned with the firm's PR strategy and brand.
• Assist in securing approval for lawyers to do media interviews per policy.
• Support PR team engagement with external PR agencies.
• Distill complex messages into press releases, pitches and message documents that are error-free and audience-appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to earn positive media coverage with original story/pitch ideas.
• Identify and secure opportunities for lawyers to publish byline articles through independent research and media outreach.
• Prepare reports on PR activity and monitor media coverage.
• Maintain data-led internal reporting to inform PR strategies.
• Handle administrative projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Media strategy

AP style

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communication, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field

Job description

The Public Relations Senior Coordinator will be a core member of Sidley's dynamic PR team. The incumbent will play an active role in a variety of activities including securing approvals for media engagement, writing press releases and talking points, developing reports on PR efforts, monitoring for media placements to support providing strategic advice on media strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the implementation of public relations activities that are consistent with the firm's global PR strategy, organizational needs, business goals and the Sidley brand.
• Assists in securing approval for lawyers to do media interviews in accordance with the firm's media policy.
• Support the PR team's engagement with external PR agencies
• Distills complex messages to create written materials including but not limited to press releases, media pitches and message documents that are error free and appropriate for the intended audience.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for the firm to earn positive media coverage by developing original story/pitch ideas.
• Identifies and secures opportunities for lawyers to publish byline articles through independent research and conducts media outreach to secure such publishing opportunities.
• Prepares reports on PR activity.
• Handles administrative projects including media coverage monitoring, tracking and reporting as needed.
• Maintain and drive the data-led internal reporting to help inform strategic decision-making of PR initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Required

• A Bachelor's degree in Communication, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
• A minimum of 3+ years of public relations experience in a PR agency, law firm, professional services or other business setting
• Excellent writing, organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of AP style

Preferred

• Prior law firm experience

Other Skills and Abilities

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

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The target salary range for this role is:

$60,000 - $74,000 if located in New York.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.