Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.
Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.
The Communications Coordinator is a passionate storyteller who will assist the Manager, Awards and Rankings in sourcing, developing and telling compelling stories to Goodwin’s multiple internal audiences through multiple mediums. The Coordinator will also partner with other team members on production and execution of various executive and client communications. A successful candidate is naturally curious, a strong writer, editor and project manager, a highly collaborative individual who is passionate about client service, and of course – a savvy networker who will commit to building productive working relationships with lawyers and staff across our large, international law firm.
What You'll Do:
Working with the Manager of Internal Communications, maintain and adjust (as necessary) editorial focus and guidelines for News page of the firm’s intranet. Draft and manage daily internal news content and organize and manage regular communications team meetings.
Proactively seek and develop story ideas for internal distribution. Build strong relationships with lawyers and professional staff to be able to discover and tell compelling stories from across the international Goodwin network.
In partnership with the Manager, Awards and Rankings and the Managing Director, Marketing and Communications, serve as the communications team’s representative on cross-departmental committees responsible for long-term, large-scale internal projects; partner with the firm’s administrative departments – from Finance to HR and beyond – to advise on and prepare and execute communications plans for various operational initiatives.
Edit attorney bios and work with Talent Acquisition to produce bios for lateral partners joining the firm.
Assist the Director of Editorial with planning, creating and executing various client communications, including client alerts and weekly client newsletters.
Who You Are:
2+ years of corporate communications (preferably in the legal/professional services sector) or journalism experience.
BA, BS or equivalent
Excellent writing and editing skills; effective communication and presentation skills.
Strong interview, research and information-gathering skills; ability to draft compelling internal communications on a broad range of subjects.
Ability and willingness to build strong relationships and navigate across a matrixed organization.
Strong project management and process implementation skills.
Impeccable attention to detail.
Good design sensibility for project presentation; proficiency in PowerPoint or other presentation software.
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Benefits and More
At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks
Goodwin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses are described as market-matching with defined eligibility thresholds, and certain credits (such as pro bono, innovation, and training) can count toward targets.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-forming support via Carrot, generous paid parental leave, and subsidized backup child and elder care are highlighted as meaningful parts of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage through well-known carriers is supplemented by access tools and mental-health resources such as One Medical, Headspace, and an EAP.
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What We Do
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