Careers with Katz Banks Kumin

Communications Director

OVERVIEW

The Communications Director is the go-to person for all marketing and communications initiatives at the firm. You will manage the firm’s digital marketing strategy, including its website, social media accounts, monthly e-newsletter, and more. Depending on prior experience, you will also assist with the firm’s public relations and business development work, including pitching byline articles and speaking engagements and communicating with media for attorney interviews.

We are looking for a strong communicator, particularly a strong writer, as well as an organized worker, who can manage multiple projects at once. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, enthusiastic, and interested in working at a public-interest-minded law firm.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and update the firm’s website, including building and editing pages through the WordPress content management system
Research, write and edit firm news, blogs, and attorney recognition nominations
Manage the firm’s social media channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Oversee the firm’s content calendar for original website blogs and articles for various outlets, such as law journals and other industry, trade and business publications
Develop media lists; edit and distribute press releases; communicate with reporters and editors to pitch content and attorneys as sources
Conduct data analysis using Google Analytics and other digital measurement tools
Coordinate event sponsorships and advertising
Assist attorneys with business development programs, depending on prior experience

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. English, communications, journalism, or other writing-focused major strongly preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in related role(s)

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
Proficiency with WordPress
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
Professional demeanor and positive approach to problem solving

PAY AND BENEFITS

Starting salary $100,000-$150,000, depending on experience. We offer competitive compensation with the opportunity for a year-end bonus, as well as medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. We also offer paid vacation and sick leave and a paid parental leave program.

If you are interested in applying, please email your resume and a cover letter to hiring@katzbanks.com.

Katz Banks Kumin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Intake Coordinator

Katz Banks Kumin seeks to hire an Intake Coordinator. This full-time position entails speaking with prospective clients, identifying potential legal claims, and preparing memoranda for partners detailing the allegations/potential claims. The focus of the role will be on these intake duties, but this individual will also be asked to perform some paralegal duties as needed, including document and file organization and preparation, proofreading, and communication with clients and witnesses.

The firm specializes in employment discrimination, sexual harassment, whistleblower, wage and hour, and civil rights matters. The firm will provide the selected candidate with training for the expected job tasks.

Starting salary is $52,000 per annum plus health insurance and other standard benefits. The position is hybrid – with work to be performed both from home and out of our Washington, D.C. office. The firm seeks a candidate who is able to make a minimum commitment of one year for the position.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate must have a four-year degree, demonstrated oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to civil rights and/or public interest issues. Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and undergraduate transcript by electronic mail c/o Adam Herzog and Sharon McGowan at hiring@katzbanks.com.

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