Public Relations Manager

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

JOB TITLE:Public Relations Manager

DEPARTMENT: Marketing

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Communications

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

LOCATION:

This position is available in the Washington D.C. office.

JOB SUMMARY

Public Relations Manager is responsible for developing and implementing our external media strategies. In conjunction with the Senior Director of Communication, the Public Relations Manager will lead media relations and PR activities across the firm and help elevate the reputation of key partners, industries, and practices with external audiences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Develop Public Relations strategies, campaigns, and initiatives to improve brand awareness and enhance client engagement.
• This position partners with leadership and the communications, business development, and events teams to successfully implement programs that raise the visibility of targeted industry and practice groups.
• Coordinate all Public Relations activities, including press releases, interviews, media campaigns, and thought leadership opportunities to raise the firm’s profile.
• Help manage the relationship with the firm’s outside Public Relations agency.
• Help draft and edit press releases, announcements, new work summaries, and other marketing material pertaining to Public Relations.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, industry professionals, and stakeholders.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on PR campaigns and their impact.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Content, Design, Social Media) and maintain open communication with the department’s senior management.
• Manage directory and survey responses across the firm, and support targeted awards nominations.
• Develop media training programs and coaching for attorneys.
• Help respond to crisis management issues and advise on strategies to mitigate potential Public Relations issues.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required
• Ability to travel, as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong project management and interpersonal skills.
• Sound business judgment, excellent attention to detail, and ability to execute through to completion.
• Strong relationships with media outlets in our space and a deep understanding of the PR function at law firms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and social media.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a creative approach.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, work well under pressure, and coordinate sophisticated communications programs with good results
• Highly motivated, persuasive, priority-driven, and collaborative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Critical and analytical thinker with strong research capabilities.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or a related field required.

Experience:

• 5+ years of applicable experience in the legal field or a related industry required.

ABOUT ARENTFOX SCHIFF:

ArentFox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, the firm serves as a destination for an international roster of corporations, governments, private individuals, and trade associations.

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following table indicates the degree of working conditions expected for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these requirements.

N/A = 0-10%, Occasionally = 11-33%, Frequently = 34 - 66%, Constantly = 67 - 100%