Communications Coordinator

Job Duties

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Summary

As a Communications Coordinator, you will play an important role in promoting the firm's brand through effective public relations strategies, including the drafting of engaging press releases and media materials. This position requires excellent writing and editing skills, strong media relations capabilities, and a proactive approach to managing PR initiatives. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for public relations and a desire to contribute to a leading law firm, we want to hear from you.

Location

This position can sit in any of our U.S. office locations and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Press releases: Write and edit thoughtfully executed press releases that promote firm accomplishments. Help ensure all press materials are clear, engaging, and aligned with the firm's messaging and branding

Media relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and support ongoing efforts aligned to the firm's strategic objectives

Media monitoring and reporting: Track firm media coverage, compile monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, and analyze media metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and strategies

Ongoing support: Provide day-to-day support including, but not limited to, scheduling media calls, ad hoc research, and proofreading press materials

Other duties or projects as assigned

Desired Skills

Background in professional services preferred

Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to create engaging content for a wide variety of audiences

Experience in media relations and an understanding of the professional services and/or legal landscape

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and business professionals

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field

Minimum Years of Experience

3 years' experience in marketing, communications, public relations or similar field

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties

Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner

Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product

Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required

Foster positive work relationships

Comply with all firm policies and practices

Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment

Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected].

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $30.99 - $48.58 per hour depending on the candidate's geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm's direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

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DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.

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Minimum Education Required

Not Specified

Minimum Experience Required

Not Specified

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$30.99 - $48.58 / Hourly

Postal Code

55415

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

45039

Job Benefits

See job description