Associate, Litigation Communications

Associate, LitComms
Brunswick Group is seeking an Associate to join our Litigation Communications practice group in New York.
Brunswick’s litigation communications practice is made up of experienced professionals, including former practicing attorneys, who are familiar with complicated legal contexts and sensitivities. We have significant experience working on high-profile issues, crisis, and litigation situations affecting corporate value.
Brunswick Group has ranked as “Band 1” advisers globally, in the United States and United Kingdom for Litigation Communications by Chambers and Partners’ Litigation Support. Brunswick is the only firm to receive the top ranking, and the sixth consecutive year Brunswick has achieved this distinction.
About the Role:
Client Contribution & Handling
Serve as an expert in LitComms situations across multiple industries
Provide premium relevant insight, guidance and advice to the client
Serve as day-to-day client lead on special litigation situations, achieving a balance between a client’s legal position while protecting its reputation
Develop client legal situation and arguments
Communication Skills
Writing thoughtful, well-structured content; considering audience in style and tone of communications
Expressing a well-developed point of view; analyzing and distilling complex information
Exhibiting good judgment and exercising discretion
Questioning and challenging in a constructive way; presenting unpopular ideas confidently
Team
Manage the development of key client documents, playing a vital role in drafting, editing, routing throughout the internal approval process and delivery to the client
Work with Partner and Director on the day-to-day management of staff and client deliverables
Oversee research assignments; responsible for distilling a large amount of information into the most impactful and helpful points
Encourage collaboration and creativity with team members regarding professional development and messaging opportunities
Plan and execute around client announcements and events, managing:
Strategic communications plan development
Media strategy and handling
Preparation of strategic communications documents including talking points, Q&As, day-of rollouts, media backgrounders, etc.
Announcement or event logistics
What We're Looking For
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
7-10+ years of relevant work experience preferably in a strategic communications agency or law firm, with a similar focus, and/or related corporate function
Deep understanding of global communications, business, crisis, corporate reputation, and litigation
Strong work ethic and attention to detail; client service-orientation
Experience working with and briefing c-suite and executive leadership
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional research, writing, communication, and persuasion skills
Multilingual skills beneficial
Gravitas, clear leadership skills and experience managing and mentoring junior practitioners, particularly in a hybrid environment
Exhibit discretion with confidential client matters
Thorough understanding of business and finance
Knowledge of Factiva, Bloomberg, and other research resources
Ideal Candidate:
A current or former litigation attorney with law firm experience or a strategic communications advisor with proven corporate communications and/or crisis background
Enthusiasm for learning and curiosity, creative problem solving, and the ability to think strategically and critically
A team mindset – someone who will invest in the people around them and build resources
Entrepreneurial and collaborative – it’s a “roll your sleeves up” culture
Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance environments
High emotional intelligence and strong personal impact
Commercial acumen and professional polish
Why Join Us
Whether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.
The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package:
Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $130,000-$160,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education.
Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts.
Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four days each week.
The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email [email protected].
About Brunswick
Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes.
Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.
Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one-firm firm” with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world.
Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.