Marketing and Communications Specialist

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

Chambliss is a full-service corporate law firm serving local, regional, national, and international clients. Our marketing team plays a critical role in supporting the firm's strategic growth through branding, communications, digital marketing, and business development. The Marketing & Communications Specialist reports to the Marketing Manager and supports marketing initiatives across all practice areas and industries. Looking for a marketing role where no two days are the same? Chambliss is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Marketing & Communications Specialist to join our collaborative marketing and business development team. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys writing, digital marketing, event planning, graphic design, and project management – and who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment. You'll help shape the firm's brand through engaging content, digital campaigns, business development initiatives, and client events while working alongside attorneys and firm leadership. If you're an organized self-starter who enjoys balancing creativity with strategy, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, or a related field.
Three to five years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, business development, or a related role.
Experience in a law firm, professional services firm, or other highly regulated industry is preferred but not required.
Experience managing website content, SEO, and digital marketing initiatives.
Experience updating and maintaining websites using WordPress or a similar content management system (CMS).
Familiarity with CRM platforms, CMS platforms, email marketing systems, and Google Analytics.
Portfolio of writing and design work required.
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and design platforms such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop).
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
Adaptable, resourceful, and eager to learn new technologies and marketing best practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a law firm, professional services firm, or other highly regulated industry is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, and proofread high-quality marketing content, including website copy, client alerts, newsletters, blog posts, attorney biographies, capabilities decks, press releases, speaking materials, marketing collateral, and thought leadership content.
Ensure all communications align with the firm's brand standards, voice, and AP style guidelines.
Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders to identify and develop content that supports strategic marketing initiatives.
Manage the firm's social media presence, including content development, graphic design, scheduling, publishing, and performance tracking across LinkedIn and Facebook.
Monitor social media analytics and provide recommendations to improve engagement and reach.
Create branded graphics and visual content using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
Coordinate email marketing campaigns and editorial calendars using marketing technology platforms.
Maintain and update website content through the firm's CMS while supporting ongoing SEO, quality assurance, user experience improvements, and website analytics.
Coordinate seminars, webinars, client events, sponsorships, speaking engagements, and networking opportunities from planning through execution.
Support events that occur outside normal business hours.
Coordinate sponsorship logistics, including fielding sponsorship requests, tracking payments, managing deadlines, fulfilling sponsorship benefits, and maintaining relationships with community organizations.
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, vendors, and strategic partners.
Design and update marketing collateral, presentations, digital graphics, and promotional materials.
Coordinate with vendors on print, promotional products, and branded materials.
Contribute ideas that enhance the firm's visibility, brand awareness, and overall marketing effectiveness.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and nine paid holidays
Subsidized gym memberships
Health and wellness programs
Onsite massages through payroll deduction
Annual Firm Family Day
Charitable and volunteer opportunities
Employee appreciation events, holiday celebrations, and monthly birthday and anniversary celebrations