Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is a prestigious law firm seeking a Public Relations Assistant to support their PR team. The role involves assisting with media relations, preparing background materials, and coordinating press and speaking opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Monitors and circulates daily Firm media coverage, as well as topical coverage on issues of interest
- Prepares background materials, including biographical information, relevant article samples and topical research, in preparation for partner interviews with reporters
- Tracks reporter moves to keep the Firm’s press lists up to date
- Tracks editorial and speaking engagement calendars for press and speaking opportunities
- Researches conferences and editorial opportunities
- Drafts website announcements related to client representations, bylined articles, speaking engagements and Firm recognition
- Assists in handling time-sensitive press announcements related to client news
- Assists in preparing and submitting responses to surveys and award submissions
- Handles data entry for PR records, including press interviews, speaking engagements, Firm press releases and website announcements
- Works closely with other departments (Facilities, Conference Services, etc.), as well as outside vendors, to coordinate photography and video shoots at the Firm
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's degree with high academic standing
- Writing intensive majors are a plus
- 0-2 years of work experience
- Internship experience will be considered
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly-motivated and comfortable taking initiative to learn and assume ownership of new responsibilities
- Extraordinary attention to detail and focus on accuracy
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects with challenging deadlines
- Ability to write clearly and concisely with consideration of the audience
- Ability to exercise a high level of judgment and discretion
- Strong focus on client service and responsiveness
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Availability to work overtime as needed
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision care
- 401(k)
- Substantial health club discounts
Company Overview
Cravath has been known as one of the premier U.S. law firms for two centuries. It was founded in 1819, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.cravath.com.