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Internal Communications Coordinator

McDermott Will & Schulte · New York, United States · 1 wk ago
Marketing$72k–$99k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

The internal communications coordinator supports the execution of the firm’s internal communications through exceptional writing, editing, organization, attention to detail, and project management skills. This role is responsible for developing, producing, formatting, and delivering high-quality internal communications accurately and on time across firmwide channels.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day execution of internal communications workflows, ensuring deadlines, approvals, and deliverables are met

  • Maintain editorial calendars, production/approval timelines, and distribution schedules across multiple channels

  • Cook up inputs, reviews, and approvals with internal stakeholders and track progress to completion

  • Oversee and maintain team project plans and tracking tools, ensuring information is current, organized, and actionable for the team

  • Serve as the operational backbone of the internal communications function by managing workflows, deadlines, and cross-functional coordination

Content Development

  • Draft, edit, proofread, and format internal communications across firmwide channels, including the weekly internal newsletter and the firm’s intranet

  • Transform complex or technical information into clear, engaging, and audience-appropriate communications

  • Ensure content is accurate, clear, well-structured, visually polished, and aligned with brand and editorial standards

  • Create basic graphics and visual elements for internal communications (e.g., weekly internal newsletter), using approved tools, templates, and brand guidelines

Content Operations and Reporting

  • Manage weekly aggregation of deal announcements, matter wins, and new hires for inclusion in the internal newsletter

  • Publish and update content within Eloqua, the intranet, and digital signage platforms

  • Coordinate the production and distribution of recurring leadership presentation decks, including gathering inputs across teams, managing data requests, and ensuring timely delivery of both standardized and tailored content

  • Pull, track, and report engagement metrics for internal communications channels

Job Specifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field strongly preferred

  • 1 – 3 years of experience in communications, marketing, editorial, or a related field

  • Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred

  • Exceptional organizational, project management, and prioritization skills

  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through

  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with an understanding of audience and message clarity

  • A strong understanding of brand application, tone, and visual presentation

  • An eye for layout, formatting, and content flow

  • Comfort creating basic graphics using approved tools and templates

  • Familiarity with intranet platforms, content management systems, or email distribution tools preferred

  • Comfort working across multiple digital tools and platforms

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Successful Candidates

Will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $72,000 - $99,000 Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

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