Head of Media and Communications

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms. Headquartered in New York with offices in Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Luxembourg, Palo Alto, San Francisco, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, D.the Firm provides coordinated legal advice and transactional capability to clients around the globe.

The Communications team elevates the profile of Simpson Thacher, its practices and its lawyers through clear, differentiated messages and storytelling that showcase our market-leading work and engage all stakeholders. It drives disciplined, high-impact communications across channels to strengthen reputation and amplify visibility of the Firm at the forefront of the market.

The Senior Manager of Communications works as part of the Communications and broader Client Development and Engagement team to raise the profile of the Firm, its practices and lawyers through media engagement and thought leadership more broadly, including through promoting newsworthy transactions, litigation matters, as well as through the development of related thought leadership, social media and awards content more broadly. The role requires exceptional research, writing and editing skills, organizational excellence and the ability to synthesize complex information into compelling media and thought leadership narratives.

Develop and execute communications and visibility strategies in partnership with senior Communications team members, including press releases, website content, and related efforts highlighting Firm developments, capabilities, transactions and litigation victories.

prepare related messaging and background materials.

Develop strategy and execution for contributed content and digital channels, including bylined articles, website updates (partner biographies, practice content), and LinkedIn content in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Support Firm positioning through awards and market intelligence, assisting in awards and survey strategy and preparation, monitoring industry media and newswires, and providing competitive intelligence on peer-firm activity.

Support Communications and Client Development and Engagement Department initiatives and operations, including in the development of marketing and promotional materials, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to broader Firm projects, policies, and processes.

Bachelor’s degree required

Major in Communications, English, Marketing, Advertising or related field preferred

8 + years of relevant experience in strategic communications, media relations or marketing communications.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.

Ability to synthesize complex legal and business concepts into clear, compelling narratives tailored to media, clients and other external audiences.

Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience managing strategic marketing or communications initiatives at a national or global level, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.

Experience overseeing website content and digital communications.

This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.

Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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