Job Description

A leading U.S. law firm is seeking an External Communications Manager to join its Boston, Washington, D.C., or New York office. Reporting to the Associate Director, Communications, this role executes the firm's external communications strategy across media relations, awards and surveys, and content amplification.

The External Communications Manager will drive proactive and reactive media relations. This includes drafting press releases and pitches, managing media inquiries with attorneys, working with outside PR agencies, and tracking coverage and impact. The role coordinates firmwide and practice-level awards, rankings, and surveys from intake through submission and promotion, and manages the awards calendar and pipeline in partnership with Business Development and Marketing. Additional responsibilities include developing messaging for web and social channels, amplifying media placements and thought leadership, keeping voice and brand consistent, and using AI tools to streamline drafting and review. The position follows a hybrid schedule of 60% in-office presence, with occasional travel between offices.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field and 6+ years of communications, media relations, or PR experience. They also need strong writing, editing, and project management skills. Experience with awards and rankings is preferred. The salary range is $150,000–$170,000 in Boston and D.C. and $155,000–$175,000 in New York.