Communications Director

The Communications Director is to the go-to person for all marketing and communications initiatives at the firm. You will manage the firm’s digital marketing strategy, including its website, social media accounts, monthly e-newsletter, and more. Depending on prior experience, you will also assist with the firm’s public relations and business development work, including pitching byline articles and speaking engagements and communicating with media for attorney interviews.

We are looking for a strong communicator, particularly a strong writer, as well as an organized worker, who can manage multiple projects at once. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, enthusiastic, and interested in working at a public-interest-minded law firm.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and update the firm’s website, including building and editing pages through the WordPress content management system
• Research, write and edit firm news, blogs, and attorney recognition nominations
• Manage the firm’s social media channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
• Oversee the firm’s content calendar for original website blogs and articles for various outlets, such as law journals and other industry, trade and business publications
• Develop media lists; edit and distribute press releases; communicate with reporters and editors to pitch content and attorneys as sources
• Conduct data analysis using Google Analytics and other digital measurement tools
• Coordinate event sponsorships and advertising
• Assist attorneys with business development programs, depending on prior experience

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. English, communications, journalism, or other writing-focused major strongly preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in related role(s)

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficiency with WordPress
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Professional demeanor and positive approach to problem solving

PAY AND BENEFITS

Starting salary $100,000-$150,000, depending on experience. We offer competitive compensation with opportunity for a year-end bonus, as well as medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. We also offer paid vacation and sick leave and a paid parental leave program.

If you are interested in applying, please email your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]. Please use this email and do not apply through the LinkedIn platform.

Katz Banks Kumin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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