RISE Content Specialist

RISE Content Specialist The RISE Content Specialist will collaborate with attorneys and colleagues across the practice group to advance the group's business development, knowledge management, profile-raising, and growth objectives. Working closely with practice group leadership, attorneys, and the business development team, the RISE Content Specialist is responsible for developing high-quality content and thought leadership that positions RISE as a dominant voice in the market. The RISE Content Specialist is responsible for drafting and editing blog posts, articles, and other compelling thought leadership materials, as well as supporting broader copywriting needs, including requests for proposals, pitch opportunities, and legal and industry trend research, while ensuring that matter descriptions are accurately captured and maintained. Essential Responsibilities: Monitor regulatory and enforcement developments and trends relevant to the firm to identify and support strategic opportunities for thought leadership and content development. Collaborate with partners, associates, and business development team members to develop blog posts, client advisories, podcast summaries, promotional copy, newsletters, external articles, and other thought leadership pieces. Support multiple teams within the RISE platform, including the State Attorneys General, Tobacco, Securities Enforcement & Investigations, and Gaming teams. Manage matter descriptions and develop matter case studies for use in future business development efforts. Assist with copy development for pitches and proposals. Assist with award nominations. Ensure all content is accurate, timely, and aligned with firm and practice priorities; written in a client-friendly style consistent with firm branding; and adaptable across channels including the website, email, presentations, and social media. Maintain strict confidentiality of all firm and client information. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Advanced knowledge of regulatory investigations, enforcement, and related legal frameworks, with familiarity across areas such as state attorneys general actions, securities enforcement, gaming regulation, and tobacco. Ability to identify and write concise, clear thought leadership pieces on trends, regulatory developments, and case law that are accessible to both attorney and non-attorney audiences. Excellent command of grammar and spelling, with the ability to quickly learn and apply the firm's style guide. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data and strategy into clear, compelling narratives for technical and non-technical audiences. Strong organizational skills with a high level of comfort navigating ambiguity, competing priorities, and evolving strategy. Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to identify issues, develop practical solutions, and resolve conflicts with sound business judgment. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, adapt to shifting requirements, and remain composed under pressure. Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills. Strong commitment to client service, ethical conduct, and the firm's core values, with the ability to represent the department and the firm in a professional and positive manner. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and independently in remote, hybrid, and in-office environments, while also collaborating as part of a team to promote consistent and efficient workflow processes. Required Education or Certifications: J.D. Required Qualifications: Minimum five (5) years of experience practicing law and/or writing about regulatory legal matters. Minimum three (3) years of experience writing client-facing thought leadership content. Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, market, education, training, and/or experience. Hiring Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 Troutman Pepper