Senior Design Specialist

Cooley LLP•Washington, DC

13d•$103,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Creative team supports the development and enhancement of the firm’s global visual identity. The role is responsible for leading the execution of high-quality design projects from concept through delivery, ensuring all creative outputs are innovative, user-centered, and aligned with strategic the strategic goals of MCD.

Requirements

After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required
Ability to travel, as required
4+ years directly applicable experience (e.g., experience in visual branding, design, advertising or any creative marketing)
Demonstrated ability to exhibit analytical and critical thinking in day-to-day tasks along with the proven ability to operate at an elevated level in terms of scope of responsibility, judgement and autonomy
Ability to work independently, demonstrate escalating ownership and mastery of assigned area, exhibit strength in the areas below, become a resource and mentor to others and more as they progress in different roles within the department
Working knowledge of UI/UX design, and modular design techniques
Proficient in creative technologies (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, HTML/CSS or similar tools)
Proficient in workflow technologies (e.g., Workfront)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Prior legal industry or professional services experience
Entrepreneurial by nature
Excellent attention to detail
Approaches tasks through a lens of quality and consistency
Approaches tasks through a digital first lens
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple activities
Takes a consultative approach to set goals, drive projects, and achieve outcomes
Strong judgment
Team-player with collaborative spirit
Unwavering ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects, client data
High level of professionalism at all times

Responsibilities

Oversee all design elements on assigned projects and tasks, from conception to final delivery
Manage multiple projects with strong organizational rigor, including timelines, asset tracking, and stakeholder reviews
Collaborate with internal teams and key stakeholders to brainstorm ideas, capture feedback and iterate on designs, as appropriate
Participate in design reviews, share feedback, and help set the bar for design quality
Maintain and expand existing design systems, including style guides, UI kits, and typography standards, to ensure visual brand consistency across all platforms
Ensure all outputs are user-friendly, technically sound, and aligned with the strategic goals of the MCD team
Apply current design trends and best practices to deliver modern, innovative solutions
Leverage new and creative technologies (e.g., AI, emerging tools) to support design workflows and the firm’s visual identity