Strategic PR & Communications Leader

Friedman Williams; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Friedman Williams is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager in Philadelphia to lead strategic communications for the firm, enhancing visibility, reputation, and market position across media, social platforms, and thought leadership programs.

This role collaborates with firm leadership, manages media outreach using Cision, drafts press materials, oversees awards submissions, crisis communications, internal communications, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field and 10+ years of PR/Communications experience.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
• Proven media relations track record and crisis communications experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement firmwide PR strategies supporting business development and brand.
• Draft and issue press releases for leadership changes, awards, and client initiatives.
• Manage media outreach and build lists using media intelligence platforms.
• Cultivate relationships with local, regional, national, and legal media contacts.
• Serve as primary resource for attorneys on media inquiries and interview prep.
• Monitor coverage and identify opportunities to raise the firm's visibility.

Skills

Excellent writing

Media relations

Social media strategy

Crisis communications

Education

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

Tools

Cision

Job description

Friedman Williams is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager in Philadelphia to lead strategic communications for the firm, enhancing visibility, reputation, and market position across media, social platforms, and thought leadership programs.

This role collaborates with firm leadership, manages media outreach using Cision, drafts press materials, oversees awards submissions, crisis communications, internal communications, and community engagement.