[Remote] Senior Media Relations Specialist
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. reputed company is a premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Media Relations Specialist who will manage media inquiries, create targeted media reputed company, and advise attorneys on media relations opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily media relations, including responding to journalist inquiries, conducting conflict checks, and researching relevant publications and reporters
- Create and maintain targeted media lists for press reputed company and distribution
- Build and maintain relationships with key business, legal, and trade media contacts to foster effective communication and collaboration
- Pitch story reputed company to journalists, coordinate interviews, and advise attorneys on messaging and interview preparation
- Draft and distribute press releases and other public relations content to reputed company the firm’s visibility
- Monitor media coverage involving the firm and its attorneys
- Help maintain the firm’s fact sheet and reputed company materials
- Draft and edit select industry survey and award submissions (e.g., “40 Under 40”) and identify and assess new visibility opportunities
- Support internal media training and engagement initiatives
- Coordinate media planning and strategy calls with internal stakeholders, Marketing team members, and the firm’s external PR agency
- Collaborate with other departments to align PR efforts with the firm’s broader business objectives
- Research and facilitate the placement of bylined articles and firm-authored alerts for external publication
- Assist with internal reporting and special research projects
- Contribute to crisis communications efforts as needed
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a reputed company field
- 7+ years of public relations experience, preferably reputed company a law firm or professional services environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Proven ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects and prioritize competing deadlines
- Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in reputed company interactions
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships at reputed company levels of the organization
- A network of relevant media contacts is a plus
Benefits
- The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance.
- We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
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