McGuireWoods

Design Manager

McGuireWoods$90K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years of design experience, ideally in a senior role within the legal industry.
  • Experience in mentoring and managing design teams effectively.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating brand systems and visual creativity across formats.
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with motion graphics and video editing is beneficial.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field is required.
  • Interest in leveraging innovative AI technology for design efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Establish design vision and strategy, managing daily project execution.
  • Lead and mentor design team, promoting collaboration and growth.
  • Work with Brand Communications Manager to align visual assets with brand strategy.
  • Handle multiple, high-paced projects without sacrificing quality.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create tailored creative solutions.
  • Assist in major initiatives like brand refreshes and comprehensive campaigns.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and creative work environment.
  • Leadership opportunities for professional growth.
  • Access to the latest design technologies and tools.
  • Engagement in high-impact projects with a firm-wide influence.
Full Job Description
Overview

McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a skilled and experienced Graphic Design Manager to lead our in-house design team and uphold the firm's visual identity across all touchpoints. Reporting to the Manager of Brand Communications, this role this role serves as a vital creative partner to our internal clients, blending exceptional stakeholder communication with hands-on design execution. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who inspires designers to do their best work, sets a clear vision and strategy, and ensures projects are executed with speed, precision, and consistency. This role requires balancing multiple priorities under tight deadlines while fostering creativity and high-quality output across the team.

Responsibilities

  • Set design vision and strategy while overseeing execution of day-to-day projects.
  • Lead and mentor a team of designers, encouraging collaboration and growth.
  • Collaborate with the Manager of Brand Communications to translate brand strategy into compelling, consistent visuals across print and digital.
  • Manage multiple high-volume, time-sensitive projects while maintaining quality.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver creative solutions that meet business needs.
  • Support larger initiatives such as brand refreshes, campaigns, and rebranding efforts.


Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years of professional design experience, with proven success in a senior or lead role. Experience in the legal industry is strongly preferred.
  • Proven experience mentoring and managing design teams.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing brand systems, creative direction, and execution across print and digital.
  • Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and PowerPoint.
  • Experience in motion graphics, video editing, and rebranding efforts a plus.
  • Excellent time management, organization, and multitasking abilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field required.
  • Interest in using innovative AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient high-impact work.

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About McGuireWoods

McGuireWoods LLP is a US-based international law firm. Their largest offices are in Richmond, Virginia, Charlotte, North Carolina and Chicago, Illinois.
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