Hiring: Manager: Public Relations Company: Mayer Brown Location: New York, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 10:59:42 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : CV, Microsoft Office, Project Management About the job Experience: •Minimum of six years of experience working with public relations/media relations/marketing setting, required •Prior experience working at a law firm, PR agency or professional services firm, preferred Required Skills: •Develop and execute public relations and media relations strategies for designated practices, industry groups, offices, and individual lawyers •Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, producers, and other key media contacts across legal, business, trade, and industry publications •Attend industry networking events to build and enhance relationships •Identify emerging legal, regulatory, and business trends and proactively position lawyers as thought leaders through media interviews, commentary opportunities, speaking engagements, and other profile-raising activities •Pitch and secure media coverage in targeted print, broadcast, digital, and social media outlets. Coverage should help the firm achieve its business objectives •Develop compelling storylines to secure stories in outlets where you wouldn’t expect to see a law firm included •Draft, edit, and coordinate press releases, media pitches, briefing materials, talking points, award submissions, lateral partner announcements, and other communications materials •Prepare lawyers for media interviews, speaking engagements, podcasts, and other external communications opportunities through coaching and message development Qualifications: •May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. •We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!