Strategic Communications & PR Manager

Adams and Reese • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Adams & Reese, LLP is seeking a Strategic PR Manager to join our dynamic Marketing & Communications Team. Responsibilities include developing and executing integrated plans that advance business priorities, strengthen our brand, and safeguard our reputation; positioning our lawyers as go-to experts, secure earned media coverage, and build strong relationships with journalists and outlets; directing PR agencies and freelancers, setting clear goals, managing budgets, and delivering measurable results; crafting press releases, bylines, executive communications, award submissions, and more—ensuring a consistent, high-quality voice; optimizing all content for search and engagement, working closely with our Digital Marketing Specialist to maximize reach across web, email, and social; guiding priorities and approve posts to ensure brand alignment.

Requirements

• 5+ years in communications/PR, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment
• Proven success in media relations, issues/crisis communications, and executive positioning
• Exceptional writing and editing skills—able to translate complex topics for broad audiences
• Hands-on SEO experience for thought leadership and news content
• Familiarity with analytics and PR tools (web analytics, search console, media monitoring)

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing integrated plans that advance business priorities, strengthen our brand, and safeguard our reputation
• Positioning our lawyers as go-to experts, secure earned media coverage, and build strong relationships with journalists and outlets
• Directing PR agencies and freelancers, setting clear goals, managing budgets, and delivering measurable results
• Crafting press releases, bylines, executive communications, award submissions, and more—ensuring a consistent, high-quality voice
• Optimizing all content for search and engagement, working closely with our Digital Marketing Specialist to maximize reach across web, email, and social
• Guiding priorities and approve posts to ensure brand alignment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed