Job description

Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

Job Summary

The Public Relations Assistant will carry out Jackson Lewis’ public relations strategy by assisting in performing various activities and tasks to enhance the perception of the firm’s practice groups, services, attorneys and firm initiatives, resulting in earned media coverage.

The Public Relations Assistant will provide administrative support to the Communications team as needed and report to the Public Relations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support overall public relations and efforts related to the firm’s Communications department
• Prepare and distribute reports highlighting media mentions and press coverage
• Research and update targeted media lists and manage media databases (Cision, Meltwater, etc.)
• Partner with team members on dissemination of website news stories, daily media coverage report and media mentions database. Assist with website entry as needed.
• Assist with writing duties as needed for projects focused on media relations and communications

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• Positive, entrepreneurial, problem-solving attitude
• 1-2 years of experience in marketing/public relations/communications-related field. Law firm, professional services firm or agency experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a related field such as marketing, journalism, communications or English
• Knowledge of AP-style writing and editing
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Superior writing, grammar, editing and proofreading skills
• Creative thinker who works well in a collaborative team environment and shows sound business judgment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization
• Must be attentive to detail, work well under pressure and able to manage simultaneous deadlines
• Eagerness to build relationships and collaborate across the broader Business Services teams

Jackson Lewis understands that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, better firm. We appreciate the importance of having a workforce that reflects the various communities in which we work, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse employees want to work and where they can flourish professionally. In furtherance of our culture, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.​​​​​

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60601

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