Position Summary:
Director of Marketing Communications job at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. New York, NY. Director of Marketing Communications Location New York, NY (Financial District area) : The role of the Marketing Communications Director is to develop fully rounded communication strategies and ensure effective execution of all internal and external communications among all the firm's target audiences including clients/prospects, bench/bar, media, candidates and alumni. This position leads the communications function which includes PR, content strategy and social media, branding and marketing materials, and internal communications. This position works closely with the CMBDO, firm management, practice leaders and BD team members. The Director manages a team of three experienced communications professionals and is based in the NY office.
Collaborate across departments to design and deliver integrated marketing and communications campaigns that elevate Hughes Hubbard's brand and support firmwide initiatives.
Lead as a strategist, planner, creative consultant, senior advisor, multimedia storyteller, copywriter, and editor—bringing a collaborative, solutions-driven approach to every engagement.
Create and deliver PR and content strategy in support of specific practice groups and the Firm's overall strategic goals. Ensure each communications program has defined objectives and measurements. Manage external PR agencies and media relations activities, including identifying opportunities for interviews, bylined articles, case wins and other office news with the regional and national press. Proactively identify timely opportunities related to news items; anticipate and track breaking news as it develops and provide attorneys as third-party commentators to targeted media. Respond to and vet incoming media inquiries to the firm, considering potential industry and client conflicts, relevance, media outlet and practice priorities.
Provide creative direction and strategic counsel to shape marketing programs that reflect the Firm's values, global practice, and employer brand. Drive the development and execution of comprehensive campaigns—from strategic planning and launch through daily engagement, performance tracking, and reporting—across editorial calendars, internal initiatives, brand awareness efforts, and special projects. Manage multichannel outreach strategies across paid, earned, shared, and owned media to ensure consistent, high-impact messaging. Apply exceptional organizational and project management skills to juggle multiple priorities and stakeholders while maintaining a high standard of quality and professionalism. Translate complex business goals into clear, compelling messaging that unifies diverse elements into a cohesive narrative aligned with the firm's strategic objectives.
Create engaging, high-quality content and collateral—including written materials, videos, social media assets, and branded visuals—that resonate with internal and external audiences. Leverage innovative media and communications tools to capture attention in a fast-paced legal environment, tailoring voice and tone to suit each audience and channel. Partner with internal creative, design, and video teams to integrate strong visual storytelling into campaigns, applying sound design judgment and brand consistency throughout.
Position Specific RequirementsMinimum 10+ years communications experience at increasing levels of responsibility including team management
Prior law firm experience preferred
Proven ability to advise and work directly with senior partners
Proven ability to lead a team and proactively develop communications professionals
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment requiring rapid responses to requests, turnaround of assignments
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Education and General RequirementsB.A/B.S required
Experience working with Microsoft Office products, website CRM, various media tools
Equal Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
