Specialist, Brand Designer

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Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale.

At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team - all business professionals at the firm - you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions

in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognised as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

We are searching for a talented and highly motivated Brand Designer Specialist to join our award-winning Brand & Strategy team in the Marketing and Communications department at Goodwin, a top-ranked global 50 law firm. The Specialist will be responsible for developing compelling creative solutions for high-impact campaigns and design projects across a wide range of touchpoints. The ideal candidate will have original creative ideas, a keen eye for detail, and be eager to contribute innovative ideas and solutions while working alongside other members of the global Brand & Strategy team to champion Goodwin's brand across all external and internal communication channels.

What You Will Do :

Create compelling and effective design solutions that align with brand and marketing strategies across a variety of media types (ex : web, email, social, video, print, signage, etc.)

Interpret and expand upon existing creative direction in the execution of priority cross-functional campaigns and initiatives while adhering to established brand and visual systems

Contribute and engage actively in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for new campaigns and initiatives; work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure creative output meets strategic objectives and brand standards

Collaborate with Senior Manager to develop and evolve brand parameters as well as support the team in maintaining high standards of design excellence

Manage the Design Co-op / Intern and act as a mentor and resource to junior team members

Who You Are :

3-6 years of professional experience in graphic / communication design

In-house / brand-side experience preferred; professional services experience a plus

Exceptional brand and communication design skills; strong understanding of core design principles (ex : typography, color, layout, hierarchy); knowledge digital design and print production best practices

Ability to work through all stages of design from start to finish with impeccable attention to detail

Experience with brand development, identity systems, and maintaining consistency across touchpoints

Strong time management and multitasking abilities; familiarity with working within workflow management tools (ex : Workfront, Asana, Trello, etc.) a plus

Problem-solving aptitude and proactive approach

Self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of and interest in current design and marketing trends

Proficiency in industry standard software : Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Canva, Microsoft 365; Flourish, Figma, and After Effects knowledge a plus

Comfortable working in a PC environment

Portfolio will be requested and is required as part of the application process

Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including :

Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement & Savings Plan

Emergency back-up child and adult care

Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Employee recognition and reward programs

Employee wellness and assistance programs

Employee discounts and perks

​ Consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

oodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process in the US, contact the Benefits Department by email or by phone at 617-570-1800. To request any disability or neurodivergence related accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process in the UK or Germany, please email the Recruiting Department. Any information you provide will be in the strictest confidence, and only used for the purpose of providing the accommodations needed. Requesting accommodations will not adversely affect the outcome of your application.

This position is eligible for overtime : No

The target salary range for this position varies by location and is commensurate with relevant experience :

Boston $72,900 - $109,400

Los Angeles $76,600 - $114,900

New York $76,600 - $114,900

Philadelphia $68,600 - $102,900

San Francisco $81,700 - $122,500

Santa Monica $76,600 - $114,900

Silicon Valley $81,700 - $122,500

Washington DC $72,900 - $109,400]]>