Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, a leading professional services firm, is recruiting for a talented Communications Coordinator to be based in our New York or Boston office. The Communications Coordinator will work closely with members of Manatt’s Communications team to help promote the firm’s industry-leading, integrated professional services brand by supporting its communications efforts across all external channels, including media relations, awards and recognitions, and social media efforts.

Candidates must have outstanding research and writing skills, be able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously, and collaborate effectively with team members. Additionally, they should have exceptional organizational skills and concise oral and written communications skills, with an emphasis on attention to detail.

At Manatt, we seek business professionals who can help us meet the high expectations of sophisticated clients. We look for team players who can take initiative, seize opportunities, solve problems and make a difference from day one. We offer a fast-paced, innovative culture that is collaborative, diverse and community-minded.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with promotion of initiatives, services and significant matters on the firm’s various internal and external platforms by drafting website, social media and other communications-related collateral

• Gather background information on issues, publications, reporters, etc., and assist in preparing professionals for media opportunities

• Support with proofreading and research for press releases, media pitches and other media-related collateral

• Assist in researching and drafting award submissions, survey responses and other accolade submissions for various directories and publications, as well as help identify new directory and award opportunities

• Maintain internal and third-party communications- and social media-related tracking and reporting platforms to help team analyze and report results

• Track and circulate media clips, and draft internal media reports

• Create meeting agendas, organize and distribute notes, and track status of ongoing team projects and initiatives

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally with a communications or writing background

• 1-3 years prior experience in marketing, communications, journalism or other related areas required

• PR agency and/or legal industry experience is a plus

• Outstanding research, analytical and logical critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify a problem or issue, provide analysis, and recommend responses

• Exceptional written, editorial, proofreading and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a persuasive and easy to understand manner

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing competing priorities while maintaining a professional demeanor

• Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills

• Strong team player who can work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve department and firm goals

• Superior client service skills and ability to form effective working relationships with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels

• Self-starter who is deadline driven, with an excellent work ethic and a positive, proactive style

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and with social media

The base annual pay range for this role is between $62,000-$70,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity.  A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

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