Web Coordinator

Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP is a premier general practice law firm with 14 offices located throughout the country.  The firm is currently recruiting for a Web Coordinator for the Chicago office. 

 

The Web Coordinator updates and maintains all sections of www.sonnenschein.com and works with practice leaders, attorneys, the Marketing Department, developers and IS to implement any changes in architecture, content and design.  The Coordinator generates content for Sonnenschein’s Web site, with a  focus on accurate and rapid content delivery.  Responsibilities include updating practice area descriptions, managing consistency of attorney bios on the Web, posting images and developing a wide variety of internal and external electronic communications in HTML.

 

A sophisticated writer, editor and proofreader, this individual composes original copy for the firm’s home page, numerous "spotlights," events and publications; s/he writes copy for practice area and office pages, edits attorney bios and authors other Web pages as needed.  The Coordinator works closely with the firm’s development vendor, to assure proper coding and  architecture, and edits pages in the firm's content management system. 

 

The Coordinator works on a variety of highly visible, time-sensitive and complex communications initiatives, including ownership and accountability for various electronic mailings, notably client alerts, newsletters and invitations.  This position is integral to the highly-visible client alert process, and offers thought-leadership as well as process-improvement ideas on how continuously to improve upon the firm’s various electronic mail programs. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and strategic thinker with a solid understanding of  Web communications and navigation principles.  Strong attention to detail and ability to “write for the screenâ€� in a fast-paced and demanding environment are a must.

 

Job Specific Competencies for Web Coordinator

·  Bachelors degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field with three to five years’ work experience.  Exceptional writing, editing, organizational, project management and problem solving skills required.

·  Web-based application design in a marketing communications environment.  Hands-on experience designing, maintaining and updating Web sites.  Knowledge and development experience in HTML required. 

·  Knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) and Dreamweaver are required, and familiarity with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Quark XPress and Flash is preferred.  Candidate understands the management/organization of Web programming components, elements, templates and best practices and has the ability to work on both PC and Macintosh platforms.

·  Candidate must posses a thorough understanding of Web usability, site optimization and site navigation issues.  Focus on user experience is key, including user interface design, page layout, e-mail and graphics design principles as well as search engine optimization.  Knowledge of Web analytics helpful.

·  Maintain effective working relationships within our team environment, establish positive relationships with internal clients and the Web team, and exhibit strong client relationship-building skills.

·  Ability to multitask on projects requiring different skill sets, while maintaining a high standard of work on a tight schedule.

 

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Applicants should specify position of interest on the subject line and e-mail resumes, including salary history to: careers@sonnenschein.com . EOE