The Membership & Marketing Manager plays a critical role within our organization, focusing primarily on membership and marketing efforts.  The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of the organization’s membership and marketing activities.  

PLAC is a small-staff organization, and versatility and adaptability to handle diverse tasks is essential.  We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits including employer-paid health insurance, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan, fitness program stipend, and more.

This hybrid position reports directly to the Executive Director. The organization operates a virtual office; however, candidates must be able to commute as necessary to our mail center and storage unit, both located in Fairfax County, VA.

Key Responsibilities

Membership Management:

• Oversee all stages of the membership lifecycle, from recruitment to retention.
• Regularly communicate with members, sponsors, and other key stakeholders, including responding to email and telephone queries.

Marketing Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and implement e-marketing campaigns to promote association events, attract new members and retain existing ones.
• Draft and review marketing messages and other publications for accuracy and relevance.
• Update and maintain association website and social media platforms.

Event Management:

• Support the planning and execution of both virtual and in-person events, requiring occasional travel.
• Create program brochures and design event program.
• Manage association’s CLE program.

Database and IT Management:

• Overall management of IT functions including oversight of multiple platforms, vendor management, and project management.
• Maintain membership database (experience with iMIS database platform a plus).

Required Skills and Experience

Experience: 4-8 years in a membership or marketing role, preferably in associations or legal environments.
Project Management: Strong multitasking abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
Communication: Excellent writing skills and ability to convey information clearly.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite is preferred but not mandatory).
Marketing Tools: Experience with CRM, marketing automation, and analytics software.

Personal Attributes

• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong listening skills to understand member and stakeholder needs.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter introducing yourself along with your resume to jobs@plac.com.  No phone calls please.

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The Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. ("PLAC") is a specialty bar association that brings together a global, diverse, select network of professionals who help domestic and multinational companies stay at the forefront of emerging issues. PLAC and its commonwealth of more than 700 members, both in-house and outside counsel, work on behalf of our member companies to help them manage, anticipate, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of risk management. We focus on advocacy that shapes both the common law and rules affecting the legal landscape. In addition, our members share their talent and experience through educational programming, networking events, industry focused initiatives, and professional development opportunities.

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