Senior Manager, Public Relations & Communications

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Public Relations & Communications to join our Firm. This position will be based in our NY office (hybrid).

Position Overview

This role drives the Firm's public relations strategy by proactively defining assigned PR channel communication goals and leading the global PR team in their execution. This role spearheads targeted media outreach to promote the Firm's work, thought leadership, and practice area expertise, while identifying and securing high-impact commentary and byline opportunities on emerging industry trends and market outlook.Additionally, this role monitors media coverage to ensure timely awareness of relevant Firm and client news, providing actionable insights to internal stakeholders. This role oversees day-to-day PR operations, manages and mentors junior and mid-level communications staff, and leads the coordination of public relations efforts across the Firm's offices in the U.S. The position cultivates strong relationships with key media contacts to enhance the Firm's visibility and reputation in the marketplace and contributes at a senior level to the Firm's overall communications objectives and business growth.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Media Relations

• Develops, leads, and implements strategic PR initiatives designed to maintain and enhance the Firm's practices.
• Drives the Firm's public relations strategy by setting communication goals and ensuring alignment across global teams.
• Strategizes, develops, and oversees implementation of PR best practices for use by marketing and communications personnel globally.
• Leverages and cultivates strong relationships with key journalists across geographies in business, legal, and other trade publications.
• Generates and pitches corporate-focused story ideas that showcase the Firm's expertise, accomplishments, and partner thought leadership.
• Identifies and secures high-impact commentary, byline, and speaking opportunities on emerging industry trends and market developments.
• Partners with Business Development and Marketing teams to identify and position practices and partners on key legal issues and trends.
• Coordinates public relations efforts on an ongoing basis with PR professional staff in Europe, Asia, and other U.S. offices.

Media Engagement & Content Development

• Trains and prepares Partners for conversations with the press, interviews with reporters, and other media opportunities.
• Drafts and oversees PR plans outlining media strategy, key messaging, and target outreach for Firm initiatives, deals, and thought leadership campaigns.
• Writes and oversees Firm press releases, develops media strategies, and coordinates PR placements related to Firm announcements.
• Oversees writing and placement of lateral partner press releases and profile-raising strategies.
• Drafts award submissions and facilitates media components of submissions, including interviews and Q&As.
• Leverages Firm events and content, including mailings and presentations, for thought leadership opportunities.
• Monitors and tracks key matters, significant client news, and media coverage to ensure timely awareness and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.

Team Management & Operations

• Manages, mentors, and oversees a team of junior and mid-level PR and communications professionals, assigning projects and reviewing work to ensure quality and consistency with Firm messaging.
• Provides ongoing feedback, coaches team members on media relations skills, and supports their professional development within the PR function.
• Leads tracking and reporting of key PR metrics and utilizes findings to enhance future media campaigns.
• Participates in the interviewing, selection, and training of new staff.
• Effectively utilizes the Firm's performanc