Vogelzang Law, a mid-sized plaintiff’s law firm in downtown Chicago, is seeking an energetic and dynamic Public and Union Relations Associate to join our team. The Public and Union Relations Associate will focus on promoting the firm through various internal/external events and will report to the firm’s head of Public Relations/Union Liaison. The Public and Union Relations Associate must be located in the Chicagoland area and will be required to work some weekends and extended hours at various events across the country. They will be in direct contact with potential clients and established contacts and must be upbeat, personable, and able to communicate in many different contexts (i.e., social, charitable, networking, professional, grieving client, etc.). Diligence, sociability, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal communication skills are required for this position.

This is a full-time position with travel required. The Public and Union Relations Associate must have their own vehicle (although they will also occasionally drive the company vehicle) and a valid driver’s license. Candidates for this position must be passionate and excited to showcase their abilities.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Entry of data related to public relations activities.
• Travel to events with or without PR Manager/Union Liaison.
• Serve as lead staff at et events alone, with intern, or with contracted staff.
• Communicate and pitch firm’s mission, services and other details to union members and other parties as necessary.
• Prepare for events by stuffing bags, loading vehicles with merchandise/company branded items and mailings.
• Travel to collect PR items from vendors.
• Ensure tasks are completed in timely manner; calendaring of PR events.
• Assist PR Manager in developing communication strategies based on research or delegation.
• Manage a running inventory of PR materials.
• Complete filing, copying and other administrative tasks as necessary.
• Respond to public inquires.
• Maintain the public relations database.
• Research industry-specific sites for relevant marketing information.
• Drive company and/or own vehicle.
• May supervise and/or manage Public Relations interns.
• Assists PR Manager/Union Liaison with planning, coordination, and management of the annual VL golf Outing and the annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice.

Qualifications

• The qualified candidate must possess at a minimum a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for a bachelor’s degree.
• Valid driver’s license and own a personal vehicle.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• An upbeat personality and excellent verbal and written communicator.
• Experience with Salesforce a plus.

Benefits Package (Subject to Elections and Eligibility)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, AD&D Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan (Competitive Matching and Vesting Schedule)
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, and Flexible Work Arrangements
• Complimentary Gym Membership
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities/Resources

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own vehicle?

Experience:

• Public relations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road