Senior Manager, Global Communications

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett; New York (NY); On-site; USD 220,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitality of a leading law firm

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Senior Manager of Communications to elevate the firm’s profile through media engagement, thought leadership and strategic storytelling. You will craft messaging for press releases, website content and award campaigns, and manage relationships with major media outlets and senior stakeholders.

The role requires exceptional research, writing, editing and organizational skills, with the ability to synthesize complex legal and business concepts into clear

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of strategic communications, media relations or marketing communications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize complex legal and business concepts into clear narratives.
• Proven ability to develop trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communications and visibility strategies for firm developments, transactions and litigation victories.
• Identify opportunities to elevate the profile of practices and partners through media engagement and thought leadership.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets and facilitate cultivation of media relationships for priority partners.
• Plan and execute contributed content and digital channels, including bylined articles and LinkedIn content.
• Support awards, market intelligence, and campaigns and mentor junior team members.

Skills

8+ years experience

Written & verbal comms

Stakeholder mgmt

Narrative development

Strategic thinking

Project management

Media relations

Law firm experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn

CMS tools

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Senior Manager of Communications to elevate the firm’s profile through media engagement, thought leadership and strategic storytelling. You will craft messaging for press releases, website content and award campaigns, and manage relationships with major media outlets and senior stakeholders.

The role requires exceptional research, writing, editing and organizational skills, with the ability to synthesize complex legal and business concepts into clear