Manager, Media Communications – Business Development & Communications (BD&C)

About the job
Jones Day is a global law firm with 40 offices in major centers of business and finance throughout the world. Covering 19 countries on five continents, our unique governance system fosters an unparalleled level of integration and contributes to our ranking as one of the best in the world in client service.

Jones Day seeks to employ the most qualified people, capable of delivering superior client service through professional excellence and teamwork, for every position in the firm. We offer competitive compensation and benefits in a stimulating work environment.

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for a global leading law firm that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your knowledge and skills as well as advance your career? If you are, then Jones Day may be the firm for you.

Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Media Communications Manager is responsible for outreach to varying audiences with both proactive and responsive messaging through news, digital, and social media channels. This role will focus on executing news media activities, managing press relations and inquiries, and optimizing the firm’s social media presence.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher. Master’s degree a plus.

Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in public and media relations. Professional services sector required; law firm experience strongly preferred.

Experience with social media platforms and messaging. Experience with employee advocacy programs and Wikipedia editing a plus.

Cultivated significant media relationships with reporters and editors at business, legal, and financial publications. Broadcast business media contacts a plus.

Experience with media analytics and contact databases (e.g., Cision, Meltwater, Muck Rack, Trendkite, or Roxhill) and preferred marketing work management systems (e.g., Sprinklr or Workfront) a plus.

Jones Day offers competitive salaries and benefits to all employees. Compensation is determined upon the market in which the position is located, the responsibilities of the position, the experience and skills of the applicant, and other job-related factors. The starting salary range for this WASHINGTON, D.C. position is $150,000 – $180,000.

Jones Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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