Communications Specialist

Overview

Clark Hill PLC is seeking a Communications Specialist to join our dynamic team in Atlanta, GA;
Chicago, IL;
Detroit, MI; or Pittsburgh, PA. This role is ideal for a creative communicator with a strong background in writing, editing, and content planning. The Communications Specialist plays a key role in shaping the firm’s voice across digital and traditional platforms, ensuring consistent messaging that reflects our values and knowledge. The Communications Specialist is responsible for (i) writing and editing projects from concept to publication, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met;

(ii) collaborating with attorneys and subject matter experts to develop thought leadership pieces; (iii) working across firm teams to develop and execute a comprehensive calendar, aligned with firm initiatives and industry trends; (iv) drafting compelling and accurate content for external and internal communications; and (v) evaluating and implementing AI-powered tools to enhance editorial efficiency while maintaining human oversight.

• Write and edit projects from concept to publication, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with attorneys and subject matter experts to develop thought leadership pieces.
• Work across firm teams to develop and execute a comprehensive calendar, aligned with firm initiatives and industry trends.
• Draft compelling and accurate content for external and internal communications.
• Evaluate and implement AI-powered tools to enhance editorial efficiency while maintaining human oversight.

• At least five years of relevant experience in a marketing or communications position in the professional services industry.
• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Legal industry knowledge strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; excellent writing, editing, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS), Microsoft Office, and project management tools.
• Hybrid position availability.

Salary range is $60,000 - $75,000 annually, based on full-time schedule. Compensation may be influenced by qualifications, experience, skill sets, training, internal equity, and market data. Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Benefits include health insurance with optional HSA/FSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, vacation, sick time, parking/public transportation allowance, and employee assistance program.

Clark Hill is an AmLaw 200 law firm with 29 offices across the United States, Ireland, and Mexico. With 700+ attorneys, we offer clients an exceptional team dedicated to service. We recruit and develop talents and foster diversity. We work in agile, collaborative teams to help clients reach their goals.

Clark Hill is committed to an aggressive growth strategy through hiring associates, counsel, and members who fit our culture and strategic plan. We seek candidates with solid academic credentials and strong interpersonal and communication skills. We are a collaborative environment offering professional and personally rewarding careers.