Internal Communications Coordinator

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. 

At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. 

With us, you’ll find: 

• A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!  

• Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.  

• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.  

• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.   

Job Description:

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.

The coordinator is a strong writer and editor with an eye for formatting, readability, and visual presentation. They contribute to content development within established editorial, brand, and channel standards while also serving as the operational backbone of the internal communications function by managing workflows, deadlines, and cross-functional coordination.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Project Management

• 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

• Coordinate 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

• Support execution of firmwide campaigns and special projects by managing timelines, logistics, and follow-through

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

• 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

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

• 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.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear

• Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

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.