Public Relations Specialist

Troutman Pepper • Chicago, IL

5d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Public Relations (PR) Specialist, as part of the Communications team, will be responsible for supporting public relations initiatives and other day-to-day communications activities. The firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a specialization in public relations, communications, English, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in public relations, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong media relations skills, including the ability to identify newsworthy angles, develop targeted pitches, manage reporter outreach, and secure earned media opportunities.
• Established relationships with reporters and media contacts relevant to the firm’s key industries and markets.
• Excellent oral, writing, and project management skills with a strong understanding of AP style.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills, including ability to improve structure, clarity, grammar, and tone.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience preparing reports with the ability to organize data, interpret results, identify key takeaways, and communicate insights clearly.
• Process-oriented mindset, with the ability to follow and help improve workflows, calendars, and tracking systems.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically about public relations opportunities, media angles, and ways to amplify firm news and thought leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated professionalism, confidence, and sound judgment when communicating with stakeholders.
• Experience using AI to support content generation and communications projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and coordinate media inquiries and interviews.
• Assist in updating and maintaining media contact lists.
• Assist in monitoring and regularly reporting results of public relations activities.
• Work closely with the Marketing team, practice groups, and other departments to support public relations needs and initiatives.
• Develop and produce high‑quality content for press releases, media pitches, the firm’s website, as well as other materials as assigned.
• Ensure all content aligns with the firm’s brand guidelines and maintain a consistent tone and style.
• Ensure all content complies with relevant laws, regulations, and firm policies.
• Leverage AI to generate or improve content.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Equal Employment Opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level