Associate Director, Crisis Management & Litigation Communications
$100,000–$120,000 year
On-siteWashington, District of Columbia, United States or Washington, United States
Job Summary
Support fast-moving crisis, issues, and litigation communications projects for high-profile, globally recognized clients by developing strategic communications plans and managing stakeholder engagement materials. Provide on-site support for client crises or trials while collaborating with a cross-office team and participating in new business efforts like RFP responses. Maintain deep industry knowledge to deliver creative strategies that mitigate reputation risks and align with client business objectives, effectively managing multiple complex priorities under tight deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field
- 8-10 years of relevant experience in crisis, strategic, and litigation communications
- Exceptional writing and analytical skills
- Experience in stakeholder-focused communications
- Experience in digital strategy
- Detail-oriented
- Quick learner
- Ability to work independently
- Responsive to a rapidly changing environment
- Ability to work well under tight deadlines
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities simultaneously
- Self-starter
- Ability to take initiative
- Ability to set priorities
- Solid project management experience
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Collaborative team player
Desired Qualifications
- Graduate degree
- PR Agency experience
- Business consulting experience
- Law firm experience
- Familiarity with the legal system
- Experience with legal documents
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