Join Goodwinās Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the worldās 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 ā all business professionals at the firm ā youāll 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, weāre not just supporting a law firm; weāre 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 weāre proud to have been recognised as the āBest Business Teamā by The American Lawyer.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.
As the Creative Director, you willĀ own and overseeĀ all aspects of Goodwinās global creative function.Ā YouāllĀ develop a deep understanding of theĀ firmāsĀ brand,Ā and work to elevate and evolve it on a consistent, ongoing basis.Ā YouāllĀ build and lead a best-in-class team toĀ deliver compelling, differentiated, and high-impactĀ creative solutionsĀ that elevate Goodwinās brand and support its strategic priorities.Ā
What You Will Do:
CreativeĀ and BrandĀ StrategyĀ
Define and lead the firmās global creative vision, ensuring alignment with brandĀ and marketingĀ strategy and business objectivesĀ
Develop a deep understanding of the Goodwin brand and continuously elevate and evolve its expression across all channelsĀ
Translate marketing goals into clear, compelling, and novelĀ creativeĀ solutionsĀ
Partner withĀ seniorĀ stakeholders to shape and prioritize creative initiatives that support key firm prioritiesĀ
Own and maintain the firmās brand guidelines for visual identity and voice and tone; continuously refine and evolve themĀ to ensureĀ theyĀ remain modern, differentiated, and impactfulĀ
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Creative ExecutionĀ
OverseeĀ allĀ creativeĀ design and copywriting projects and initiativesĀ end-to-end from ideation through execution, with a relentless focus on the details thatĀ distinguishĀ final outputs fromĀ āgood enoughāĀ to exceptionalĀ
Ensure consistency inĀ visual identity,Ā voice, andĀ tone acrossĀ allĀ channelsĀ and formatsĀ spanningĀ digital, print,Ā motion/video,Ā and experientialĀ
Lead team inĀ developingĀ memorable brandedĀ solutions for priority marketing campaigns, events, and initiatives; collaborate closely with other Marketing & Communications and stakeholder teamsĀ to ensure objectives are metĀ
OverseeĀ and manage relationships withĀ vendors,Ā agencies,Ā andĀ offshoreĀ productionĀ resources to ensure quality, efficiency, and excellence in execution
Team LeadershipĀ
Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing teamĀ across creative disciplinesĀ
Build, expand, and optimize team capabilities and structure to support the growing scope of the Marketing team and broader departmentĀ
Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvementĀ
Ensure effective resourcing and workload management across creative projects and prioritiesĀ
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OperationsĀ andĀ ProcessĀ
Optimize creative workflows, processes, and tools to drive efficiency and scalabilityĀ in close collaboration with team members in other Marketing functions including Marketing Strategy, Operations, and TechnologyĀ
Introduce new formats, storytelling approaches, and technologies to enhanceĀ Ā
creative outputsĀ
Encourage experimentation and the adoption of new creative techniques, tools, and trendsĀ
Who You Are:
A visionary creative leader with a strong portfolio of impactful, multi-channel workĀ
A strategic, big-pictureĀ thinker who can translate complex business objectives into compelling creative solutionsĀ
An exceptional communicator and collaborator, able to influence and align stakeholders across all levelsĀ
A hands-on leader who can both set direction and dive into execution when neededĀ
A builder of high-performing teams with a passion for mentoring and developing talentĀ
Deeply invested in brand quality, creative excellence, and continuous improvementĀ
Detail-oriented, disciplined, and relentless in the pursuit of exceptional workĀ
Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing craft or precisionĀ
Other Requirements:
12+ yearsĀ ofĀ proven workĀ experience inĀ creativeĀ roles,Ā withĀ 5+ years in a leadership roleĀ overseeing integrated creative functions including designĀ andĀ copywritingĀ
Bachelorās degree in design, marketing, communications, advertising, or related field, or equivalent experienceĀ
Experience building and scaling a creative teamĀ
In-house/brand-side andĀ professional servicesĀ experienceĀ preferredĀ
Experience working within a workflow management tool; Workfront knowledge a plusĀ
A portfolio will be requested and is required as part of the application processĀ
Occasional travel to other officesĀ and site visitsĀ
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Benefits and More
At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
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
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