Associate Director – External Communications

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🕒 May 15

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McDermott Will & Emery

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1001 - 5000 employees

McDermott Will & Emery partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers and shape markets. With 20+ locations globally, our team works seamlessly across practices, industries and geographies to deliver highly effective—and often unexpected—solutions that propel success. More than 1,400 lawyers strong, we bring our personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for our clients and the people they serve.

📋 Description

• Develop, direct, and implement the firm’s proactive and reactive public relations and social media strategy • Lead a team of in-house and agency resources to establish priorities and drive proactive campaigns • Advise firm leadership and collaborate with brand, communications and practice/industry teams • Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for the firm’s social media program • Craft messaging and pitch profile-raising coverage for the firm • Manage external agency resources and establish frameworks for maximum value and oversee contracts • Monitor ongoing industry trends and competitor activity • Oversee PR-related spend within brand and communications budget • Optimize social media strategy and content based on performance insights

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree • A minimum of ten (10) years of related work experience • Proven experience and success in planning, developing, and executing public relations and social media strategies • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated media relationships within key sectors • Ability to deliver in ambiguous and high-pressure environments • Ability to partner with C-suite executives • Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities • Ability to handle and maintain confidential information • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative • Strong organizational skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Support for physical, emotional, mental, and financial health • Emphasis on work-life balance • Competitive total rewards package • Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses • Comprehensive benefits package