Strategic PR Lead – Litigation Practice

Dechert LLP; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 175.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dechert LLP in New York seeks a Public Relations Manager to lead strategic PR for the Litigation practice in the U.S. and globally, coordinating with the London-based EMEA team and Client Development.

You will implement media plans, manage press outreach, and build relationships with top-tier business and legal media. The role requires a hands-on, collaborative style, strong journalist networks in the U.S., and the ability to translate strategic plans into actionable initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a professional services environment, preferably law.
• Journalism experience preferred.
• Established relationships across U.S. national, business and legal press.
• Track record of executing strategic plans.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive presence.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English or related field.
• Excellent writing and superior oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of AP Style and firm writing style guide.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Confidentiality and professional attitude.

Aufgaben

• Create media strategies aligned with business plans and goals.
• Target business reporters and report metrics regularly.
• Research media markets by geography, industry and other factors.
• Identify opportunities and risks and propose new initiatives.
• Coordinate interviews and meetings with reporters and lawyers.
• Maintain relationships with local, national, and trade press.
• Place bylined articles and develop thought leadership content.
• Write press releases, pitch letters and publicity copy.

Kenntnisse

Professional services experience

Journalism experience

Press relationships

Strategic execution

Stakeholder management

Executive presence

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Dechert LLP in New York seeks a Public Relations Manager to lead strategic PR for the Litigation practice in the U.S. and globally, coordinating with the London-based EMEA team and Client Development.

You will implement media plans, manage press outreach, and build relationships with top-tier business and legal media. The role requires a hands-on, collaborative style, strong journalist networks in the U.S., and the ability to translate strategic plans into actionable initiatives.