What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations Manager position at Allen & Overy?
Job Overview
A&O Shearman seeks an experienced Public Relations Manager to support our external communications strategy in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, ability to effectively draft press releases and external key messages, expertise in media measurement, and the ability to drive effective external communications initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirements:
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field. Proven experience in external communications, with a strong background in media relations and project management is essential.
A&O Shearman seeks an experienced Public Relations Manager to support our external communications strategy in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, ability to effectively draft press releases and external key messages, expertise in media measurement, and the ability to drive effective external communications initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the planning, execution and reporting of the external communications strategy for priority areas across the firm in the U.S.
- Identify themes and issues on the news agenda which create the opportunity to position A&O Shearman as a leading global law firm.
- Triage incoming media inquiries and work with people across the Communications team and business to source responses to journalists' requests.
- Handle logistics for press interviews and prepare initial draft of media briefings for partners.
- Create and maintain press lists.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field. Proven experience in external communications, with a strong background in media relations and project management is essential.
