Communications Specialist

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Communications Specialist

The candidate will draft original content primarily for external communications in a manner consistent with firm and professional standards. Support driving and embedding process improvements in the external communications process firm-wide. Draft, edit, and maintain content to support the firm’s branding efforts including (but not limited to) website content, social media posts, press releases, Chambers submissions, awards submissions, attorney biographies, practice/industry-related content, presentations, client alerts, and other content as needed. Capture, track, and report on external communications work. Perform research, using industry and current news or world events to tailor existing content for use in proposals and other collateral that is used in support of the firm’s communications efforts. Develop effective relationships and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including directly interacting with attorneys. Develop a deep understanding of the background and experience of attorneys and a practical understanding of what skills should be highlighted with clients. Draft and edit internal communications. Proofread marketing content, public relations, submissions for awards and other communications material. Proofread attorney articles. Support project timelines by proactively following up on deadlines. Support the Communications Manager and other senior members of the firm with a wide range of projects. Maintain active MTO presence on digital media and post content on marketing channels. Strategize, produce, and distribute newsletters and other client facing content in collaboration with other members of the firm. Track and measure activities across firm marketing channels. Maintain the team’s editorial calendar. Maintain submissions and other content using firm systems. Liaise with news publications to ensure proper attribution. Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders and vendors in areas including (but not limited to) graphics, IT, PR, and web development teams. Review all content for compliance with firm’s brand guidelines. Coordinate submission of award nominations, articles, and other external content. Draft communications for senior leadership for internal distribution. Perform other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree is required. Should preferably have 3+ years of writing experience in a law firm setting or corporate communications, legal news publication or journalism. Experience in submitting for rankings (i.e. Chambers and Legal500) and nominating for awards is preferred.

Additional Information

Job requisition ID: REQ00334

Company info

Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
355 South Grand Avenue 35th Floor
Los Angeles
California
United States 90071
Website : https://www.mto.com/