Public Relations Coordinator (Hybrid)

Description

We are seeking a Public Relations Coordinator to join our team. The Public Relations Coordinator will serve as an integral member of Holland & Knight's public relations team and provide strategic support for firmwide external communications under the guidance of the Senior Public Relations Manager. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in communications, public relations or marketing roles, preferably in a professional services environment or PR agency.

Key Responsibilities Include :

Draft and distribute press releases for new laterals, promotions, events, rankings, deals and other topics as deemed appropriate.

Assist in placing attorney-authored articles in appropriate journals and publications.

Work with lawyers to pitch story ideas to the media that result in positive coverage for the firm.

Respond to media inquiries; build relationships with key reporter contacts.

Build and maintain media lists and editorial calendars.

Track media coverage; prepare coverage reports.

Assist with any other projects managed by the public relations team on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications :

At least five years of experience in communications, public relations or marketing roles, preferably in a professional services environment or PR agency.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Strong organizational and project management skills; detail oriented.

Performs well under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Ability to work independently as well as with a team.

Solid experience pitching stories to the media.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Experience with AI tools.

Minimum Education :

Bachelor's degree required. Major in communications, journalism or public relations preferred.

Benefits : Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being.

Below is a list of just some of the benefits we offer : comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking program; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.