Manager, Communications and Public Relations

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more

Information, Please See

https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13018866

**Summary**

Jenner & Block, a leading law firm with international reach, is seeking

a strategic and dynamic Manager, Communications and Public Relations to

join its Chicago/New York office. The Manager will work with key

stakeholders to advance the firms brand and reputation through

innovative public relations initiatives, award and recognition pursuits,

and impactful internal and external communications.

• CHI/NY**: Specifically, the Manager will lead communications and
  
  

public relations efforts for several practices and industry groups,

including Energy, Corporate, M&A, and specialized regulatory and

litigation practices. They will also provide communications support to

highlight and elevate the firms nationally recognized Appellate work.

Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer and serving as a member of

the Communications Department Leadership Team, the Manager will

collaborate closely with a talented team of communications

professionals. In this role, they will act as a trusted advisor to

lawyers and professional staff while cultivating meaningful

relationships with top-tier media and stakeholders.

**Primary Responsibilities**

• Work with lawyers to identify, develop, and implement communications
  
  

activitiesmedia interviews, thought leadership, speaking

engagements, events, etc.that support the firms mission to be the

best at what we do, a great place to work, and a significant

contributor to our communities.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to a direct report, fostering
  
  

professional growth while ensuring high-quality communications

deliverables.

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists at key media
  
  

outlets, creating opportunities to connect partners with key

reporters, and preparing lawyers for interviews.

• Draft and edit press releases, talking points, firm memos, bylines,
  
  

and other communications collaterals.

• Draft and edit content for the firms website, intranet, internal
  
  

communications, and other channels.

• Craft innovative social media campaigns that amplify the firms brand
  
  

and reputation.

• Collaborate with and manage external PR consultants, ensuring all
  
  

activities meet firm standards and objectives.

• Support planning and execution of integrated communications and
  
  

marketing campaigns.

• Manage special projects and other public relations initiatives.
• Help manage submissions process for awards, including for individual
  
  

lawyers, practices, and the firm.

• Work collaboratively with the firms relationship partners to assist
  
  

in the profile-raising of our clients in-house counsel.

**Qualifications**

• Minimum of 7 years of communications, public relations, or
  
  

journalism experience. Prior law firm experience is strongly

preferred.

• Bachelors degree required, preferably in a related field.
• **CHI/NY**: Experience in the Chicago/New York market as well as
  
  

supporting transactional, litigation, and regulatory practices is

preferred.

• Skilled in guiding, mentoring, and fostering the growth of junior
  
  

team members.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with highest
  
  

level of discretion and professionalism.

• Experienced in recognizing and developing strategic media
  
  

opportunities to enhance visibility and reputation.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail, proofreading, and accuracy are key in this
  
  

role.

• Advanced knowledge of LinkedIn is a bonus.