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Dechert LLP · 1 day ago

Associate Director, Public Relations U.S.

New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$176K/yr - $235K/yr

15+ years exp

Dechert LLP is a law firm seeking an Associate Director of Public Relations U.S. to enhance their media engagement and visibility across the U.S. This role involves developing PR strategies, managing media relationships, and leading a team of communications professionals to elevate the firm's market position and thought leadership.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Architect and implement comprehensive PR strategies that amplify the firm’s positioning and practice group priorities across the U.S. market

Serve as primary relationship manager for the firm’s PR agency, ensuring accountability and seamless coordination on media initiatives

Create sophisticated messaging frameworks that differentiate the firm’s expertise in competitive practice areas

Develop and oversee execution of integrated communications campaigns that drive measurable business outcomes

Build and nurture relationships with key journalists across national, legal, business, and industry publications

Proactively identify and secure high-impact media opportunities that showcase the firm’s expertise and thought leadership

Craft compelling pitches, press releases, statements, and talking points that cut through market noise

Monitor news cycles and trending topics to capitalize on timely visibility opportunities

Provide strategic counsel on interview preparation and media engagement to maximize impact

Position Dechert lawyers as 'legal and business experts' for use by media

Collaborate with firm and practice leaders to develop personalized visibility strategies aligned with business development goals

Orchestrate media campaigns around significant firm milestones, lateral acquisitions, case victories, and thought leadership initiatives

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging across all external communications

Develop and implement metrics to track visibility outcomes and demonstrate ROI

Deliver strategic counsel to firm leadership on sensitive communications matters and potential reputational risks

Support development of crisis communication protocols and messaging frameworks

Provide rapid response guidance during high-stakes situations requiring media engagement

Lead, mentor and develop a team of communications professionals responsible for PR execution

Establish clear performance objectives aligned with departmental and firm-wide strategic goals

Foster a collaborative, innovative culture that encourages creative thinking and professional growth

Provide ongoing coaching and development opportunities to strengthen team capabilities

Other responsibilities as needed

Qualification

Media strategiesMedia relationshipsCrisis communicationJournalism experienceAP Style knowledgeTeam leadershipStrategic thinkingOral communicationWritten communicationCollaborative attitude