Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP · 1 month ago
Manager, Public Relations (Americas)
US-NY-New York
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$145K/yr - $170K/yr
7+ years expCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a pioneer in globalizing the legal profession, operating as a single, integrated global partnership. The Manager of Public Relations will develop and implement PR strategies to enhance the Firm’s public profile and protect its brand, working closely with various teams to execute effective communication plans.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Work with the Senior Manger to develop and implement a high impact communications strategy that reinforces and expands Cleary’s market prominence and standing across key practices, regions, and industries
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the legal industry and developments as well as the Firm’s strategic priorities for PR
Build and maintain relationships with reporters and editors at target outlets
Primarily responsible for PR in the Americas but, given the global nature of Cleary’s business, the role will work closely with the PR team in London
Build trust and work closely with partners and practice business development teams to develop bespoke PR plans in conjunction with the Firm’s overall PR strategy
Work with partners and business development teams convert complex matters and messages into clear and concise content appropriate for the intended audiences
Collaborate with business development teams to support business development plans, and identify editorial opportunities for target publications
Advise other members of the professional services team, including the Talent and Pro Bono teams, to support in getting clear messages out to external audiences
Coach and work one-to-one with Firm leaders, lawyers, and other stakeholders regarding media interactions; work with the Senior Manager to develop training programs related to working with the media
Manage a robust editorial calendar of award opportunities, and advise on submission strategy and messaging
Work with Senior Manager to manage relationship with and guide PR agency to deliver ROI for the Firm
Produce quarterly reports for Firm leadership on PR activities and results
Manage, mentor, and nurture junior PR team members and their professional development
Qualification
Required
7-8+ years of professional experience in public relations or corporate communications; experience in a law firm preferred
Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Previous experience developing and managing relationships with reporters/journalists
Strong inter-personal relationship-building skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and project management; ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables while meeting time-sensitive deadlines
Exceptional oral and written skills with strong attention to grammar, punctuation and detail
Flexibility to monitor emails and work outside of regular business hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends, as needed
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Health care benefits
Company
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Cleary Gottlieb is a leading international law firm, with 14 offices located in major financial centers around the world, that has helped shape the globalization of the legal profession for more than 75 years.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alena Loretta, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Michael Lechner
Chief Operating Officer
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