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.

McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

• 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.

• 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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