Goodwin
life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries
Specialist,ExternalCommunications(UK,Europe,andAsia)
“Specialist, External Communications (UK, Europe, and Asia) at Goodwin. Skills: External Communications, media relations, strategic communications. Supports the execution of Goodwin’s external communications strategy across the firm’s largest markets outside the United States. Build and maintain relationships with journalists across UK-based legal, business, and priority industry publications, as well as key outlets across Europe and Asia”
What You'll Achieve.
amplifying the firm’s reputation; ensuring our story resonates across regional and international audiences; elevate Goodwin’s reputation across priority industries and international markets
Industry & Context.
analytical skills
Standard business hours with the flexibility to work after hours including evenings and weekends as needed, ability to work in-office as required by the firm’s hybrid work guidelines, Must be able to remain stationary for prolonged period of time, Must be able to use a computer and accompanying machines, Willingness to travel to other firm offices as required (minimal)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3-5 years corporate communications or agency media relations experience, Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, or related field (or equivalent experience), Experience in PR, media relations, or communications, preferably within a professional services or agency environment, Experience working with UK-based media, Demonstrated ability to secure media placements and manage journalist relationships, writing, editing, and storytelling skills, Experience preparing leaders for media engagement and supporting strategic PR campaigns, Comfort working with media monitoring and reporting tools, organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment, Collaborative, proactive mindset with attention to detail
Nice to Have
familiarity with European and international markets is a plus
What You'll Do.
Supports the execution of Goodwin’s external communications strategy across the firm’s largest markets outside the United States
Build and maintain relationships with journalists across UK-based legal
and priority industry publications
as well as key outlets across Europe and Asia
Independently execute proactive and reactive media outreach aligned with firm and industry group priorities
Secure high-impact placements for Goodwin and its leaders across regional and international media outlets
Craft and distribute press releases
and related communications materials tailored to regional audiences
Lead or support strategic PR campaigns that amplify firmwide initiatives and industry group priorities within the region
audience-focused messaging that reinforces Goodwin’s differentiated positioning across global markets
Work closely with UK-based partners and regional leaders across Europe and Asia to identify strategic media opportunities and provide ongoing support
Prepare media briefing materials and support partners and leaders in advance of interviews and press engagements
Provide guidance for spokespeople and partners on media engagement best practices and positioning
Coordinate day-to-day engagement with regional PR agency partners to ensure alignment on outreach
Monitor and analyze regional media performance
using insights to inform more effective strategies
Leverage media monitoring platforms and emerging tools
including AI-enabled technologies
to improve efficiency and impact
Collaborate closely with communications colleagues globally to ensure consistency in messaging
Participate in structured handoffs across time zones and demonstrate flexibility during peak activity periods
or cross-border initiatives
Provide support across broader communications priorities
to contribute to firmwide initiatives beyond external communications
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences; Collaborate closely with communications colleagues globally to ensure consistency in messaging; Participate in structured handoffs across time zones
Communication Scope
writing; editing; storytelling; strategic communications
Process & Methodology
manage multiple priorities
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