Legal Staff Other in Reston, VA

Law Firm

Reston, VA

Legal Staff Other in Reston, VA

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Communications Specialist - Awards: Creating Persuasive and Engaging Submissions for Editorial Awards

Are you a talented and passionate storyteller with a keen understanding of the media-based awards process? DLA Piper, a top global law firm, is seeking a Communications Specialist (Awards) to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with lawyers and colleagues in Communications, Marketing, and Business Development to develop compelling narratives that highlight our firm's achievements and innovations. Join us in making a meaningful impact and growing your career.

We are currently hiring for this position in multiple locations across the US, including Washington, DC, Reston, VA, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Wilmington, DE, Phoenix, AZ, Los Angeles, CA, Houston, TX, Boston, MA, Austin, TX, Atlanta, GA, Raleigh, NC, Baltimore, MD, New York, NY, Tampa, FL, Palo Alto, CA, Short Hills, NJ, Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL, Seattle, WA, Philadelphia, PA, and Miami, FL. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule.

As our Communications Specialist (Awards), you will be responsible for conducting thorough research on targeted awards, collaborating with stakeholders to gather information, and writing persuasive narratives that showcase the value and impact of our work. You will also manage timelines, build relationships with industry contacts, and maintain a database of potential awards for future reference.

To be successful in this role, you will need strong writing and editing skills, creativity, and a passion for storytelling. You should also possess excellent organizational and project management skills, as well as a strong understanding of the awards submission process. A Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field is required, along with at least 5 years of experience in marketing, public relations, or a similar field.

At DLA Piper, we expect all of our employees to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and third parties, produce quality work product in a timely manner, and foster positive work relationships. We also value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply directly online. We do not accept applications sent via email. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact .

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) plan. The expected salary range for this position is per hour, depending on the candidate's geographic market location.