Manager, Public Relations and Media

Job Description

At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us.  Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.

We are seeking a Manager, Public Relations and Media to join K&L Gates. The candidate will be responsible for working with department leadership to develop, manage, and execute strategic media and public relations activities for the firm, including press releases, interview opportunities, and bylined articles, among others. Additional responsibilities include projects related to the firm's internal and external communications activities, including the firm's intranet, electronic communications, collateral, website and social media, leadership communication, media reporting, and other varied activities. The Public Relations and Media Manager is also involved in the preparation of submissions for various awards, rankings, and lists, and may be tasked with the support of dedicated practice areas and/or geographies. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service are strongly preferred.

EXPERIENCE SKILLS REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in English, communications, marketing, or equivalent
Equivalent of 8-10 years of previous communications or marketing experience
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and daily deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail and knowledge of AP Style
Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and use discretion with sensitive information
High level of confidence necessary to interact with sophisticated internal and external clients at all levels
Ability to capitalize on trends in the global marketplace to build relevancies for firmwide media relations/placements
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as CRM software
Familiarity with media research tools such as Lexis, Westlaw, Meltwater, Cision, etc.
Experience in professional services or B2B media relations a plus
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Implement public relations and communications plans for practices, geographies, and other firmwide initiatives
Draft and distribute press releases and other pitch materials
Identify and facilitate opportunities for article placements, interviews, and other activities in appropriate venues
Cultivate relationships with key reporters and identify and facilitate relationship-building opportunities for K&L Gates lawyers
Involvement in the firm's digital communications efforts, including social media
Field and coordinate/direct press inquiries
Keep abreast of technological changes impacting media and public relations
Develop and maintain media lists
Assist in coordinating practice submissions for directory and publication rankings and lists
Conduct other related activities as directed, including research, media coverage reports, survey and ranking submissions, and maintenance of media-oriented content on the K&L Gates website
Coordinate with the firm's outside public relations agency on outreach efforts
Participate in other writing and communications projects as directed

ADDITIONAL ABILITIES REQUIRED

Communicate and interact effectively with employees and/or other clients while possessing a strong team orientation
Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions
Responsibilities occasionally may require an adjusted work schedule and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines
Effectively manage and communicate confidential issues
This job is largely sedentary, requiring the routine use of a computer and other standard office equipment.

Compensation Salary $104,000 - $156,000 / year

The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.

ABOUT THE FIRM

K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world.  We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world. 

The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.

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BENEFITS

K&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business need. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of all unlawful harassment including, without limitation, that based on sex, race, age, disability, or national origin. The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.