Marketing & Communications Manager
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a mid-sized, growth-focused Chicago law firm seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to support and elevate the firm’s brand, business development initiatives, and internal/external communications. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, creative, and detail-oriented marketing professional who excels in content development, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong legal or professional services marketing experience, exceptional writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-impact initiatives across digital, print, and social platforms.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support and implement firmwide marketing plans.</li><li>Lead the writing, editing, design, and production of marketing materials for the firm, practice areas, and individual attorneys.</li><li>Manage internal and external newsletters, including content development, editing, layout, and distribution list management.</li><li>Oversee award nomination processes, including drafting submissions, coordinating press releases, and creating digital/print ads for honorees.</li><li>Maintain and update the firm’s website—refreshing content, managing functionality, launching new modules, monitoring SEO, and analyzing site performance.</li><li>Coordinate communications for new attorneys and promotions, including bios, photos, digital announcements, LinkedIn posts, and media placements.</li><li>Facilitate advertising efforts for attorneys and practice groups, including sponsorships and promotional materials.</li><li>Manage all firm photography (headshots, environmental, event photography).</li><li>Lead the firm’s social media initiatives, including coaching attorneys, updating policies, and creating graphics.</li><li>Oversee attorney directory and rating service submissions (e.g., Chambers, Leading Lawyers, Super Lawyers), including vendor communications and contract reviews.</li><li>Strategize, plan, and execute firm events such as seminars, receptions, speaking engagements, and signature firm programs.</li><li>Support media relations efforts consistent with firm guidelines.</li><li>Build and manage content pipelines, including attorney-written articles, client testimonials, and branded programs.</li><li>Assist with new hire onboarding, including bio drafting, photos, and orientation meetings.</li><li>Oversee attorney marketing budgets and maintain Marketing’s Standards & Procedures Manual.</li><li>Mentor and coach the Marketing Coordinator and interns.</li><li>Perform additional duties as required.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred.</li><li>4+ years of marketing experience in a law firm, professional services setting, or related industry.</li><li>Strong experience in data management, analytics, and SEO strategy.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li><li>Familiarity with Tungsten PDF or similar tools.</li><li>Experience working with website developers/hosting platforms, plus functional understanding of SEO and performance reporting.</li><li>Extensive social media marketing experience, including graphic development, campaigns, and policy implementation.</li><li>Proven experience managing project budgets, vendor and printer relationships, and freelance writers/designers.</li><li>Experience with marketing automation tools and basic design tools.</li><li>Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.</li></ul><p>Market-competitive benefits:</p><ul><li>BCBS health insurance, paid leave, LTD and STD.</li><li>Other voluntary benefits: dental, vision, 401(k), pre-tax commuter transit and parking, flexible spending account and more.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster</em></strong></p>
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- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent
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100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with a mid-sized, growth-focused Chicago law firm seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to support and elevate the firm’s brand, business development initiatives, and internal/external communications. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, creative, and detail-oriented marketing professional who excels in content development, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong legal or professional services marketing experience, exceptional writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-impact initiatives across digital, print, and social platforms.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support and implement firmwide marketing plans.</li><li>Lead the writing, editing, design, and production of marketing materials for the firm, practice areas, and individual attorneys.</li><li>Manage internal and external newsletters, including content development, editing, layout, and distribution list management.</li><li>Oversee award nomination processes, including drafting submissions, coordinating press releases, and creating digital/print ads for honorees.</li><li>Maintain and update the firm’s website—refreshing content, managing functionality, launching new modules, monitoring SEO, and analyzing site performance.</li><li>Coordinate communications for new attorneys and promotions, including bios, photos, digital announcements, LinkedIn posts, and media placements.</li><li>Facilitate advertising efforts for attorneys and practice groups, including sponsorships and promotional materials.</li><li>Manage all firm photography (headshots, environmental, event photography).</li><li>Lead the firm’s social media initiatives, including coaching attorneys, updating policies, and creating graphics.</li><li>Oversee attorney directory and rating service submissions (e.g., Chambers, Leading Lawyers, Super Lawyers), including vendor communications and contract reviews.</li><li>Strategize, plan, and execute firm events such as seminars, receptions, speaking engagements, and signature firm programs.</li><li>Support media relations efforts consistent with firm guidelines.</li><li>Build and manage content pipelines, including attorney-written articles, client testimonials, and branded programs.</li><li>Assist with new hire onboarding, including bio drafting, photos, and orientation meetings.</li><li>Oversee attorney marketing budgets and maintain Marketing’s Standards & Procedures Manual.</li><li>Mentor and coach the Marketing Coordinator and interns.</li><li>Perform additional duties as required.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-02-05T18:08:43Z