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Who We Are

ArentFox Schiff is an award-winning, globally recognized law firm that delivers sophisticated, innovative, and practical legal solutions to clients around the world. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, ArentFox Schiff's expertise is sought out by Fortune 500s, start-ups, international governments, non-profits and trade associations, and private individuals. Our work spans highly complex, global matters as well as the deeply personal issues that shape the lives of individuals and communities.

Why Join Us

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build upon a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We base all of our employment decisions on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristic.

Job Description

The Brand & Communications Assistant assists with communication initiatives including external branding, digital marketing, and internal communications projects. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to, editing/drafting content for internal and external communications, assisting in the management of social media platforms, assisting in the coordination of marketing campaigns, and providing general administrative support to the marketing team.

• Assist in writing and editing written, video, and audio content for various communication channels, including emails, newsletters, website, and social media platforms.

• Assist with the implementation of communication strategies as assigned.

• Manage and update the firm's social media accounts, including posting timely and engaging content.

• Assist in the creation and distribution of client alerts, blogs, newsletters, and other external communication materials.

• Support marketing campaigns by helping coordinate deliverables, maintain content calendars, and track campaign performance.

• Respond to general communication-related issues in a timely manner.

• Provide general administrative support to the marketing team, such as managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and maintaining databases.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information and ensure accurate and consistent messaging.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in communications and marketing.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, Journalism, or a related field is required.

• Entry Level. Prior experience in marketing, communications, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience with content creation, video, social media management, and marketing campaigns is a plus.

• Strong writing, editing, and research skills; the ability to synthesize information and accurately capture it in a written narrative.

• Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.

• Understanding and awareness of social media outlets and how to leverage the technology.

• Think conceptually and successfully execute with minimal direction.

• Excellent organizational skills and motivation to work individually and as a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with social media platforms.

This is an hourly, non-exempt position that is eligible for a generous overtime plan that exceeds minimum legal requirements.

The anticipated good-faith base salary range for this position is:

• Chicago: $60,000 to $72,000 per year.

Your exact offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. We also review compensation regularly against industry benchmarks and performance outcomes, so you can grow your career here with confidence-knowing your pay recognizes both your impact and our commitment to an equitable approach.

In addition to a competitive base salary, certain positions are eligible for a comprehensive performance-based bonus, payable monthly or annually.

Benefits

We know that the needs of our employees vary and can change throughout the different stages of life. That's why we offer a wide array of flexible benefit options designed to help you live healthy, live well, and live for tomorrow. In addition to medical, dental, vision, profit-sharing, generous paid time off, and numerous other benefits, we also provide a flexible reimbursement account that helps pay for the things that contribute to your personal well-being, in your own way.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

* The job description is a general summary of the major duties. It may not specify all duties, tasks, and assignments associated with a job. It does not limit or in any way modify the right of management to direct, assign, and control the work of employees in a unit. Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to work effectively in a team environment, and ability to work in an atmosphere of multiple projects and shifting priorities are requirements of all jobs at ArentFox Schiff LLP. Additional job-related qualifications may be specified for some openings. Job descriptions are subject to periodic review and modification.