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.