Job Title: User Experience/User Interface (“UX/UI”) Designer
Job Responsibilities:
The UX/UI Designer at the law firm is responsible for focusing on the critical importance of user research, testing, and iterative design in creating AI-driven features tailored to meet the specific challenges and opportunities within the legal sector. The role requires navigating complex legal and regulatory requirements, particularly in a large law firm environment. This position involves close coordination with cross-functional teams and strict adherence to agile practices. The designer is tasked with maintaining consistent branding and scalable design patterns to ensure a cohesive and adaptable design framework across the enterprise. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting user interviews, surveys, and usability tests to gather insights and validate design decisions.
- Performing task analyses and developing user flows to ensure an optimal user experience.
- Creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using tools like Figma.
- Utilizing advanced prototyping techniques to demonstrate AI-based features and workflows.
- Designing wireframes and mockups for both web and mobile applications.
- Collaborating with product owners, engineers, and AI specialists to iteratively develop high-quality software solutions.
- Participating in Agile ceremonies such as daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Collaborating with clients and team members to understand project requirements and develop design concepts.
- Developing and maintaining a design system or style guide for scalable, consistent experiences across multiple products.
- Advocating for a cohesive and contemporary visual identity that aligns with the law firm’s professional standards.
- Ensuring designs meet WCAG standards and adhere to relevant legal and enterprise compliance requirements.
- Working with legal teams and compliance officers to confirm that AI-driven interfaces meet all necessary guidelines.
- Staying current with AI/ML interface patterns, data visualization techniques, and explainable AI best practices.
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
- Presenting design concepts and findings to stakeholders, gathering feedback, and driving consensus.
- Providing training sessions and resources to team members on design systems, tools, and processes.
- Offering training and support to team members on design and technology-related topics as needed.
- Mentoring junior designers or interns as required.
- Performing all other duties as assigned or required.
Education and Experience Information:
Required:
- 3+ years of direct applicable experience in user experience and interface design, preferably in enterprise or complex software environments.
- Senior candidates may be considered with 5+ years of directly applicable experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Figma (or similar) for designing and prototyping.
- Solid knowledge of HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Kendo UI Tools, and modern front-end frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular.
- Familiarity with WCAG or other accessibility standards and the ability to build inclusive experiences.
- Comfort with data-driven design decisions, utilizing analytics or user feedback to refine experiences.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Experience working in or with large law firms (AMLAW 200 preferred).
- AI & Emerging Tech experience, including exposure to AI/ML projects and understanding of user flows involving AI-driven insights.
- Prior experience building or maintaining design systems for enterprise applications.
- Figma Administration.
Competencies:
- Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated team player with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems with a proactive approach.
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
- Unwavering professionalism and diplomacy.
Salary Information:
Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $90,000 - $130,000. Final offer amounts will depend on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate. Senior-level candidates may be considered for this position and would be eligible for a higher salary range based on experience.
The law firm provides a full range of elective benefits, including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults, and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short-term medical benefits, as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. The law firm also offers generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about the many benefits and resources available.
