Visual and Strategic Communications - Graphic Designer

Description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Job Description

The Vertex Companies is building a strong team of Strategic Graphic Design professionals to support future growth within our Visual Communications practice.

Our Strategic Graphic Design team supports attorneys, experts, Fortune 500 executives and litigation teams by developing compelling visual presentations for high-stakes disputes, investigations, arbitrations, mediations, and trials. Working closely with clients and case teams, this professional transforms complex facts, evidence, technical concepts, and expert analyses into persuasive visual communications that strengthen case strategy and improve audience understanding. In addition to litigation matters, the role may support strategic communications, executive presentations, and other high-impact client engagements.

Final Level and title will be determined during the interview and assessment process.

Core Responsibilities

Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members

• Develop demonstrative exhibits, graphics, timelines, presentations, data visualizations, animations, and other visual communication materials for litigation and dispute-related matters to be displayed primarily in court.
• Collaborate with attorneys, experts, consultants, and clients to create persuasive visual strategies that communicate case themes and evidence.
• Simplify complex information into easily understandable graphics on topics ranging from complex technical data to medical illustrations.
• Ensure all visual deliverables are accurate, compelling, and aligned with client objectives and case strategy.
• Support trial preparation, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, witness examinations, and courtroom presentations, often under demanding deadlines
• Travel to client locations, trial sites, and client’s events as needed, sometimes extensively especially when supporting trials.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree required, degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Information Design, Fine Arts, Communications, or a related field preferred; master’s degree is a plus.
• Expert level experience PowerPoint required; strong proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and other presentation, design, and visualization technologies preferred.
• Flexibility to accommodate long hours, nights and weekends, and travel (i.e. traveling and staying onsite for casework)
• Strong visual communication, project management, and client service skills, with the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and maintain exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in the litigation/legal industry preferred but not required.
• Ability to work effectively in professional legal environments and comply with required standards of conduct and business attire for regular courtroom appearances and client-facing responsibilities.
• Current portfolio required for consideration.

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package that rewards performance and supports long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a discretionary variable bonus program, depending on your level. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

Please note that The Vertex Companies employs a fully staffed recruiting team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.