Strategic Communications Manager - Brand & Media (Remote)

Hanson Bridgett LLP; United States; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Hanson Bridgett LLP seeks a Communications Manager to lead internal and external communications, shaping the firm's brand and messaging in partnership with leadership and the Director of Communications. You will work with the Marketing/BD team to ensure clear, consistent communications that reflect the firm's voice and values.

This California-based role offers remote work on non-required in-person days, with occasional meetings and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in a comms role at an AmLaw 200 firm.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and independent decision-making.
• Collaborative with attorneys, staff, and firm leadership.
• Proficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Suite; social platforms.

Responsibilities

• Execute communications and media plans with Director; manage calendars and deadlines.
• Track media coverage and inform PR strategy with competitive analysis.
• Assist with article placement and media pitches; prep for interviews.
• Build relationships with journalists to connect partners with outlets.
• Draft and edit press releases; ensure consistency of brand voice.
• Create content for website, intranet, internal comms, and channels.
• Maintain and evolve brand voice and guidelines across channels.
• Champion DEI and pro bono storytelling as core to brand.
• Own social media strategy and posting calendar; review analytics.
• Manage directory, ranking, and award submissions (Chambers, Legal 500, Am Law).
• Provide baseline crisis/reputational comms support with leadership.
• Maintain analytics for the dept and refine strategy.

Skills

Judgment

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5+ years at AmLaw 200

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Adobe Suite

Slack

Sprout Social

JD Supra

Cision

Meltwater

Job description

Hanson Bridgett LLP seeks a Communications Manager to lead internal and external communications, shaping the firm's brand and messaging in partnership with leadership and the Director of Communications. You will work with the Marketing/BD team to ensure clear, consistent communications that reflect the firm's voice and values.

This California-based role offers remote work on non-required in-person days, with occasional meetings and events.