[Remote] Communications Manager at Clio

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Legal Tech, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5-7 years of experience in corporate communications and public relations
Experience developing campaigns for corporate announcements
Experience fostering and growing media relationships across multiple key verticals
Savvy media monitoring and metrics reporting capabilities, reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) in a regular cadence
Excellent writing and editing skills
Undergraduate degree in marketing, communications, journalism and/or certificate in public relations
Creative writer
Natural relationship builder
Keen sense of trends emerging in business journalism
Well-organized, able to incorporate multiple strategic corporate initiatives into a broad calendar
Sense of rhythm when connecting with important stakeholders
Ability to speak to multiple audiences
Gifted storyteller accountable for goals
Strong execution and positive attitude

Responsibilities

Oversee owned and earned media strategies to tell the stories of Clio and the wider industry
Serve as the primary media contact for Clio, managing media relationships throughout campaigns, announcements, and initiatives
Create and execute communications strategies telling Clio’s news in creative and compelling ways
Develop and maintain a network of internal stakeholders to mine high-quality stories to promote
Identify, assess, and triage opportunities to promote Clio through media
Maintain and grow relationships with local, regional, and national media including broadcast, print, and digital outlets; act as first point of contact for all media inquiries
Manage media contact lists and monitor media activities
Write compelling copy including pitch notes, press releases, op-eds, speaking notes, and award submissions
Support executive communications for opportunities and events in the legal and tech industries
Collaborate with external organizations (e.g., app partners, industry associations, funders) on joint announcements or events
Work with freelancers and agencies as needed to supplement media relations outreach

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

media relationspublic relationscorporate communicationscontent writingthought leadershipstakeholder managementpress releasesawards applicationsjournalism trendsstorytelling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or office-based?

The role is available in Toronto, Canada or remotely across the US.

What key skills are required for the Communications Manager position?

Key skills include creative writing, building relationships, keen sense of trends in business journalism, strong organization, flawless writing skills, and strong execution.

What does the Corporate Communications team at Clio do?

The team shapes Clio’s brand awareness, credibility, and public relations; secures media coverage, drives industry conversations, creates thought leadership, writes bylines, applies for awards, and handles corporate announcements.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include overseeing owned and earned media strategies, acting as primary media contact, creating communications strategies, developing internal stakeholder networks, managing media relationships, writing compelling copy, supporting executive communications, and collaborating with external organizations.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Clio

Legal practice management software provider

About Clio

Clio provides legal practice management software that helps law firms operate more efficiently. Its two main products, Clio Grow and Clio Manage, serve different purposes: Clio Grow enhances the client intake process and engagement, while Clio Manage allows firms to organize tasks, manage cases, handle documents, and process payments in one platform. Clio caters to a diverse clientele, from solo practitioners to large firms, and operates on a subscription model, charging users monthly or annually for access to its software. The goal of Clio is to improve the efficiency of legal practices and reduce administrative burdens, ultimately supporting their growth.

Burnaby, CanadaHeadquarters

2008Year Founded

$1,279.9MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

LegalIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Company equity

401k

Parental leave options and stipend

Flexible paid time off

Stipend to support WFH

Various wellness benefitsand programs

Risks

Emerging AI-driven legal tech startups could challenge Clio's market share.

Staying private may limit Clio's access to public market capital.

Significant investment in AI and expansion may strain Clio's resources.

Differentiation

Clio offers a comprehensive suite for law firm management, including client intake and payments.

Clio's products, Clio Grow and Clio Manage, streamline operations for legal professionals.

Clio's cloud-based platform supports solo practitioners and large law firms alike.

Upsides

Clio raised $900M in 2024, marking the largest Canadian software funding round.

Clio plans to enhance AI capabilities and expand into international markets.

Clio's subscription model generates $200M in annual recurring revenue.

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