• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with significant coursework in Journalism, Communications, English, Creative Writing, or a related field involving research and writing. Advanced degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Advertising or Consulting, or other relevant advanced degree preferred, but not required. J.D. not required.
• 7 to 10 years’ experience with diversity, equity and inclusion reporting or otherwise producing content that integrates research and statistical data, for example in journalism, consulting, marketing or communications. Experience in a professional services context is preferred but not required.
• Strong research, writing and editing skills with a journalistic approach, particularly on diversity, equity and inclusion topics
• Proficiency in analyzing and visualizing data, with the ability to translate data into compelling narratives
• Ability to take ownership over projects, committed to completing projects on time even in the face of challenges
• Ability to give and receive clear constructive feedback with kindness and grace; emotionally resilient, with a strong and empowered sense of self.
• Ability to apply a generous and empathetic interpretation to the behavior of others, committed to fostering an inclusive and kind work environment
• Commitment and desire to continue to learn and develop professionally including reading books and articles as recommended by the Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer, completing trainings and adapting to change with a positive attitude and growth mindset
• Excellent project management skills including creating detailed checklists, timelines, process mapping and holding all parties accountable for their deliverables
• Knowledge of relevant software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, video production software, Smartsheets), with the desire and ability to learn new software and tools
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and shifting priorities in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to create graphs, pie charts, tables, timelines, and other visual representations of quantitative data; comfortable manipulating and analyzing numerical data
• Experience or ability to learn to design aesthetically pleasing final products such as reports, PowerPoint presentations, PDFs, videos, event invitations and surveys.
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Desire and ability to work alone and independently for several days without interaction with a supervisor; confident about communicating proactively with supervisor when needed

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence. 

We are also proud to be an influential leader in inclusion and diversity. The firm has been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign and the Minority Corporate Counsel Association. We are Mansfield 5.0 certified, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing candidates from underrepresented groups.

MORE ABOUT SEYFARTH:

With more than 900 lawyers across 18 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers.

Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

Seyfarth will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position has the option to work fully remote or a 3 day onsite hybrid schedule from one of the following U.S. cities: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, LA Century City, LA Downtown, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, D.C.

Los Angeles: The full time salary range for this role is $151,000 to $161,000 annually, which is based on a 40hour work week.

New York: The full time salary range for this role is $164,000 to $175,000 annually, which is based on a 40hour work week.

Seattle: The full time salary range for this role is $153,000 to $164,000 annually, which is based on a 40 hour work week.

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role in the locations listed above at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographical location and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay. 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).