Senior Design Specialist

Reporting To: Design Lead

Shift: EMEA (1:30 pm - 10:30 pm IST) (India) About Russell Investments, Mumbai:  Russell Investments is a leading outsourced financial partner and global investment solutions firm providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Building on an 90-year legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, Russell Investments works every day to improve the financial security of its clients. The firm is “Top 12 Ranked Consultant (2009-2024)” in P&I survey 2024 with $962 billion in assets under advisement (as of December 31, 2025) and $376.9 billion in assets under management (as of December 31, 2025) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington in the United States, Russell Investments has offices around the world, including London, New York, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai – and has opened a new office in Mumbai, India in June 2023.

Joining the Mumbai office is an incredible opportunity to work closely with global stakeholders to support the technology and infrastructure that drives the investment and trading processes of a globally recognized asset management firm. Be part of the team based out of Goregaon (East) and contribute to the foundation and culture of the firm’s growing operations in India. The Mumbai office operates with varying shifts to accommodate time zones around the world.

For more information, please visit https://www.russellinvestments.com .

Job Description: Job Summary The Design Specialist is a highly creative and strategic member of the Brand and Creative Team, responsible for developing and executing visually compelling concepts across digital and print platforms. This role requires a strong understanding of brand storytelling, user-centric design, and modern design trends, along with proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint). Reporting to the Design Lead, operating in a matrix environment with the Sr. Brand Manager, the Design Specialist will collaborate closely with in-house creative teams, regional stake holders and external partners to produce engaging marketing materials, and assets that elevate brand presence and drive audience engagement.

Responsibilities: Develop and execute creative concepts for marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand identity and messaging.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate marketing strategies into impactful visual communication.

Design and refine digital and print assets; including infographics, visuals, and other visual assets.

Create compelling materials to effectively convey brand and products narratives.

Develop infographics, icons, and other visual elements to simplify complex information and enhance storytelling.

Maintain brand consistency across all touchpoints, ensuring a cohesive visual identity.

Stay informed on design trends, marketing innovations, and audience engagement strategies to enhance creative output.

Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications: 4 - 6+ years experience in design with a focus on brand and digital projects.

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Proven experience in marketing design, branding, or a similar role.

Strong conceptual thinking and ability to translate marketing goals into compelling visual stories.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and other industry-standard design tools.

Strong attention to detail and ability to balance creativity with strategic objectives.

Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

A portfolio showcasing creative concepts and marketing design work is highly desirable.

Mandatory Requirement Prior experience in BFSI / Asset Management / Financial Services is essential (Experience working on financial reports, fund marketing materials, or investment communication will be highly preferred)

Bonus Qualifications: Understanding of UX/UI principles and experience designing for digital platforms is a plus.

Experience with data visualization best practices and tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)

Experience with motion graphics and video editing software.