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Jenner & Block · 3 days ago

Manager, Communications & PR

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $180K/yr

7+ years exp

Jenner & Block, a leading law firm with international reach, is seeking a strategic and dynamic Manager, Communications and Public Relations to join its Los Angeles office. The Manager will work with key stakeholders to advance the firm’s brand and reputation through innovative public relations initiatives, award and recognition pursuits, and impactful internal and external communications.

Legal

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Work with lawyers to identify, develop, and implement communications activities—media interviews, thought leadership, speaking engagements, events, etc.—that support the firm’s mission to be the best at what we do, a great place to work, and a significant contributor to our communities

Provide guidance and mentorship to a direct report, fostering professional growth while ensuring high-quality communications deliverables

Build and maintain relationships with journalists at key media outlets, creating opportunities to connect partners with key reporters, and preparing lawyers for interviews

Draft and edit press releases, talking points, firm memos, bylines, and other communications collaterals

Draft and edit content for the firm’s website, intranet, internal communications, and other channels

Craft innovative social media campaigns that amplify the firm’s brand and reputation

Collaborate with and manage external PR consultants, ensuring all activities meet firm standards and objectives

Support planning and execution of integrated communications and marketing campaigns

Manage special projects and other public relations initiatives

Help manage submissions process for awards, including for individual lawyers, practices, and the firm

Work collaboratively with the firm’s relationship partners to assist in the profile-raising of our clients’ in-house counsel

Qualification

Public relations experienceMedia relationsCommunications experienceMentoring skillsWritten communicationOral communicationDiscretionProfessionalismLinkedIn knowledgeAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of 7 years of communications, public relations, or journalism experience

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a related field

Skilled in guiding, mentoring, and fostering the growth of junior team members

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with highest level of discretion and professionalism

Experienced in recognizing and developing strategic media opportunities to enhance visibility and reputation

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail, proofreading, and accuracy are key in this role

Preferred

Prior law firm experience is strongly preferred

Experience in the West Coast market as well as supporting litigation practices across areas such as antitrust, copyright, media and entertainment, technology is preferred

Advanced knowledge of LinkedIn is a bonus