Senior Manager, Communications

The Senior Manager of Communications works as part of the Communications and broader Client Development and Engagement team to help raise the profile of the Firm, its practices and lawyers. This includes strategic planning, project management and data-driven decision-making around award submissions and recognition opportunities. The role requires exceptional research, writing and editing skills, organizational excellence and the ability to synthesize complex information into compelling narratives.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Positioning: Develop and implement strategies to enhance the Firm’s visibility through awards and recognition opportunities.

• Project Management: Lead end-to-end management and development of award submissions and related initiatives, including timelines, resource allocation and stakeholder coordination.

• Research & Analysis: Conduct competitive intelligence and industry research to identify opportunities and inform recommendations.

• Exceptional Writing: Draft and edit award submissions, survey responses, and related content with clarity, precision and persuasive impact.

• Data & Reporting: Track and analyze success metrics for submissions and campaigns; prepare reports and dashboards for leadership to assess ROI and performance.

• Content Development: Collaborate on website updates, partner biographies, social media content, and marketing materials to reflect new accolades and initiatives.

• Process Optimization: Maintain a centralized schedule of awards and surveys; refine workflows to improve efficiency and outcomes.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Client Development and Engagement, Knowledge and Innovation and Practice Groups to ensure alignment and consistency across all awards and related Communications efforts.

Education

Required

• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred

• Major in Communications, English, Marketing, Advertising or related field preferred

Skills and Experience

Required

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft persuasive, polished content for high-profile audiences.

• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.

• Strategic thinking and analytical ability to interpret data and guide decision-making.

• Advanced research skills and experience synthesizing complex information into actionable insights.

• Proficiency in data reporting and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar).

• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.

• Familiarity with CRM systems and website content management preferred.

Preferred

• Prior experience developing awards submissions, or in marketing and business development field, at a law firm preferred

• Some familiarity with Foundation’s suite of products or other experience database preferred

Salary Information

NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $220,000 to $250,000 at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.

Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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