Director of Public Relations & Media Relations ($140,000-$160,000/year) Roseland, NJ | Full-Time | Hybrid after 90 days About the Role we are seeking an experienced Director of Public Relations & Media Relations to lead earned media strategy, strengthen the firm's reputation, and elevate attorney visibility across legal, business, and industry media. Mandatory Requirements to Apply Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. 7+ years of PR, media relations, or strategic communications experience.
Required:
Experience in a law firm, legal PR agency, or professional services environment. Established media relationships and a proven track record of securing earned media placements. Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and communication skills. Strong executive presence and ability to translate complex legal matters into compelling media narratives. Roles & Responsibilities Develop and execute firm-wide public relations and earned media strategy . Build relationships with legal, business, regional, and industry journalists. Pitch attorneys for interviews, articles, podcasts, commentary, and thought leadership. Manage media inquiries, statements, talking points, and interview preparation. Support awards, rankings, reputation management, crisis communications, and media performance reporting.
Compensation & Benefits Salary:
$140,000-$160,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Discretionary year-end bonus and merit-based increase. Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. 401(k), PTO, and additional voluntary benefits. Opportunity to shape the firm's brand, media presence, and attorney thought leadership. Apply today to lead strategic communications and media relations for a growing legal organization. #PublicRelations #MediaRelations #PRDirector #StrategicCommunications #LegalPR #LawFirmMarketing #EarnedMedia #MediaStrategy #ThoughtLeadership #CrisisCommunications #CorporateCommunications #CommunicationsDirector #PublicAffairs #ReputationManagement #
HiringNow Pay:
$140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Public Relations and media
Relations:
7 years (Required) law firm, legal PR agency: 4 years (Required)