Legal Staff Other in Tampa, FL

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Tampa, FL

Legal Staff Other in Tampa, FL

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Communications Specialist (Awards) - DLA Piper - Full Time - R2025-833

H1: Join DLA Piper as a Communications Specialist (Awards) in one of our US offices!

H2: Help us showcase our firm's achievements and innovations through persuasive submissions for editorial awards.

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- DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Awards) to join our team in a hybrid work schedule.
- This role requires collaboration with lawyers and colleagues to develop narratives for award submissions.
- We are looking for someone with a passion for storytelling and understanding of the media-based awards process.
- This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Join us and be a part of our bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive culture at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

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Job Title: Communications Specialist (Awards)

Salary Information: The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.

Job Requisition ID: R2025-833

Experience Information: Minimum of 5 years experience in marketing, public relations, or similar field.

Summary:

The Communications Specialist (Awards) at DLA Piper is responsible for creating persuasive and engaging submissions for various editorial awards. This role requires collaboration with lawyers and colleagues to develop narratives that highlight firm achievements and innovations. The individual in this role must have a passion for storytelling and a strong understanding of the media-based awards process.

Location:

This position can sit in any of our US offices and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct thorough research of the targeted awards, including criteria and previous winners.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders to gather information for submissions.
- Write compelling narratives that effectively showcase the value and impact of the work being submitted.
- Edit and refine submissions to ensure clarity, coherence, and persuasiveness.
- Develop and manage timelines for submission deadlines.
- Help organize and maintain a database of potential awards, submission requirements, and deadlines.
- Build relationships with industry contacts for insights and tips on crafting successful submissions.

Desired Skills:

- Strong writing and editing skills with a passion for storytelling.
- Ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Understanding of the awards submission process.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.

Minimum Years of Experience:

5 years experience in marketing, public relations, or similar field.

Essential Job Expectations:

- Effective communication with clients, lawyers, and third parties.
- Timely and quality work product.
- Meeting deadlines and expectations.
- Foster positive work relationships.
- Comply with firm policies and practices.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally.

Application Process:

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact .

Accommodation:

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact .

Agency applications will not be considered. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

Salary Information:

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center. DLA Piper is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact our Recruiting Team.

Join DLA Piper as a Communications Specialist (Awards) in one of our US offices and help us showcase our firm's achievements and innovations through persuasive submissions for editorial awards. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and you will be a part of our bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive culture at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Apply now and let's see what we can achieve together!

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