Marketing Coordinator

Summary:The Marketing Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the lawyer biography function and serves as a go-to marketing resource on bio-related topics. The Coordinator reports directly to the Marketing Manager and works closely with lawyers and colleagues across offices, practices, and functions firmwide to provide centralized support on bio requests and projects.Duties and Responsibilities:Serve as a member of the Marketing Services team within Marketing Communications, focusing on lawyer biography management. This includes:Implementing edits, proofing, and maintaining lawyer biographies within the firms CMS (Sitecore)Coordinating bio updates in connection with:News items posted to , including articles, deal announcements, and speaking engagementsLegal directories and accoladesLeadership roles, committee memberships, and other client-focused activitiesPosting lateral and new lawyer biographies to , acting in coordination with Sidleys Digital Communications and Public Relations functions to ensure consistency and timing are in line with firmwide strategic approachWorking with lawyers, in collaboration with Marketing Manager and Business Development, to write bio narrative content reflecting the full scope of the lawyers practices, areas of focus, and global capabilitiesAssisting with quality control procedures, including encouraging adherence with firm guidelines and conducting web bio audits to ensure best practices are followedLiaising with Human Resources as necessary for correction to content fed to from PeopleSoftProviding thoughtful suggestions to lawyers to enhance their bios Training Marketing Department team members on best practices for drafting and maintaining biosWorking on special projects as requestedNew York Applicants (and roles reporting to New York): Salaries may vary by location. In New York, the estimated target salary range of this role is $71,000 - $75,000,in addition to bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefit package. Salary determinations are made based on numerous factors, such as, but not limited to, the relevant market and the skill, experience, class or graduation year, and education of the selected candidate.Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@ (current employees should contact Human Resources).Education and/or Experience: Required:A bachelors degree from an accredited university, preferably in marketing, communications, business, or related fieldA minimum of three (3) years of experience in marketing, communications, or other professional services industry Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skillsStrong computer skills, including a demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Strong project management competencyPreferred:Marketing or business development experience in a law firm General understanding of the legal competitive landscapeWorking knowledge of content management systems and experience management databases such as Sitecore and/or Foundation. Ability to interact with Firm members at all levelsOther Skills and Abilities:The following will also be required of the successful candidate:Strong attention to detailStrong organizational skillsGood judgmentStrong interpersonal communication skillsStrong analytical and problem solving skillsAble to work harmoniously and effectively with othersAble to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretionAble to work under pressureAble to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritiesSidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2024-11-19