Senior Manager, Communications

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Senior Manager of Communications elevating firm profile through media and strategic visibility initiatives. Overseeing communications strategies and developing relationships with key media outlets.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeNew York City • California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $220,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute communications and visibility strategies in partnership with senior Communications team members, including press releases, website content, and related efforts highlighting Firm developments, capabilities, transactions and litigation victories.
Identify and evaluate opportunities to elevate the profile of Firm practices and partners through media engagement, thought leadership campaigns, and media commentary; prepare related messaging and background materials.
Develop and maintain relationships with key media outlets and contacts and facilitate the cultivation of media relationships for priority partners.
Develop strategy and execution for contributed content and digital channels, including bylined articles, website updates (partner biographies, practice content), and LinkedIn content in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Support Firm positioning through awards and market intelligence, assisting in awards and survey strategy and preparation, monitoring industry media and newswires, and providing competitive intelligence on peer‑firm activity.
Support Communications and Client Development and Engagement Department initiatives and operations, including in the development of marketing and promotional materials, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to broader Firm projects, policies, and processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of relevant experience in strategic communications, media relations or marketing communications.
Bachelor's degree required
Major in Communications, English, Marketing, Advertising or related field preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
Proven ability to develop trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, exercising sound judgment, discretion and diplomacy.
Ability to synthesize complex legal and business concepts into clear, compelling narratives tailored to media, clients and other external audiences.
Demonstrated ability to anticipate business and reputational challenges and proactively develop strategic solutions.
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to assess priorities, make recommendations, and operate effectively amid ambiguity.
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Preferred Experience managing strategic marketing or communications initiatives at a national or global level, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
Experience working with media across multiple jurisdictions.
Experience overseeing website content and digital communications.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic communicationsmedia relationsmarketing communicationscontent developmentdigital communicationsproject managementcompetitive intelligencethought leadershipmedia engagementnarrative development

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationattention to detailrelationship buildingjudgmentdiscretiondiplomacystrategic thinkinganalytical skillsorganizational skills