Communications Assistant
Core
Provide day-to-day support for a global law firm's media relations, external communications, and reputation-building efforts.
Role type
Support-level communications assistant
Builds
Media coverage reports, press releases, media pitches, and communications updates for a global law firm
Domain
Legal services / Corporate communications
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Media monitoring, press release drafting, media list management, research on reporters and publications, calendar coordination, Microsoft Office proficiency
Preferred skills
Public relations experience, journalism background, familiarity with media databases, media monitoring tools
Technologies
Microsoft Office, iManage
Responsibilities
Monitor news and media coverage involving the firm and its clients; prepare and distribute media coverage reports; maintain media lists and journalist information; assist with media outreach and press releases; support coordination of media interviews; draft, edit, and proofread external communications content; manage communications calendars and trackers
Seniority
Entry-level, support staff