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This family-run business has established a solid and long-standing history within the independent kitchen marketplace over many years and due to the success of their latest new showroom they are seeking an experienced Kitchen Designer to work out of their Leamington Spa showroom.

As one of the Designers you will be handling their client’s design visions from initial contact through to completion. You will be working with a team of administrators for the ordering and scheduling, project managers and installers along with your fellow designers. Ideally, they would prefer that you are based in Warwickshire to work with their clients in that area.
 
They are looking for someone passionate about design and customer care, self-motivated and able to work to deadlines.

Skills and Experience needed from the Kitchen Designer:

• Strong design and sales background within the independent kitchen marketplace
• Knowledge working with hand-made in-frame and German kitchens would be ideal
• A natural flair for design, presentation and customer service
• Good IT skills and CAD literate (they use Compusoft Winner and EQ)
• A confident, enthusiastic individual with a positive work ethic
• Full driving licence essential

On offer is a basic salary c£40k plus pension, laptop, mobile phone, travel expenses and an excellent commission structure. OTE: £75k to £80k.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is a highly regarded and innovative design studio creating unique furniture pieces, collectible design, bespoke collections and prestigious high-end residential and hospitality interiors worldwide. 

With constant recognition in many influential magazines the studio has established a distinctive design language centred around craftsmanship, materiality and sculptural form. They are now looking for a Senior Furniture & Production Manager to take the lead on furniture projects from initial concept through to manufacture, delivery and installation.

Working closely with the design team, you will oversee the technical and production journey of bespoke furniture projects, ensuring the original design intent is maintained while delivering to the highest standards of quality, budget and programme.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing production schedules, quotations, purchase orders, budgets and project costs.
• Coordinating suppliers, manufacturers, artisans and contractors, while proactively resolving technical and production challenges.
• Developing and technically resolving designs, producing CAD models, detailed drawings, specifications, renders and manufacturing documentation.
• Monitoring production through workshop, supplier, warehouse and site visits, ensuring quality and design standards are consistently maintained.
• Preparing installation and care documentation and supporting projects through to successful completion.

About You:

• You will have at least 5 years' experience in furniture design and production, ideally gained within a luxury residential, hospitality, collectible design or high-end furniture environment.
• You will bring extensive knowledge of furniture construction, manufacturing processes, materials and specialist finishes, together with excellent technical drawing, detailing and 3D modelling skills.
• A strong understanding of bronze, brass, steel, wood, stone, resin, upholstery and decorative finishes will be preferred.
• You will also need strong commercial awareness, negotiation and budget management skills, alongside excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Rhino 3D, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office is required.

What's on Offer:
A salary of £42,000 - £50,000, together with the opportunity to join a truly distinctive design studio working on some of the most exciting and prestigious furniture and interiors projects internationally.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

• £50k - £55k basic salary plus £20k - £40k annual company bonus on top of salary, depending on personal and company performance.
• 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Hours are Monday to Friday, not weekends.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product CAD Technician to join the design and product development team of a highly respected luxury lighting and furniture brand.

Our client is synonymous with beautifully crafted, high-end products and supplies some of the world's most prestigious hotels, yachts and residential projects. Product development, casting, decorative finishing, assembly and wiring are all undertaken in-house, alongside a network of highly skilled artisans.

This is a 12-month contract role focused on an exciting project to digitally document and standardise their extensive back catalogue of furniture and lighting products. You will use SolidWorks to recreate existing physical products as accurate 3D models and technical drawings, ensuring their designs are properly documented and ready for manufacturing, specification and internal use. The role could be particularly well suited to a recent Product Design graduate looking to develop their CAD and technical skills within a luxury design environment.

The Product CAD Technician role is to:

• Create accurate 3D models and 2D technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Produce detailed manufacturing, assembly, component and exploded-view drawings.
• Review and update existing drawings to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Maintain organised drawing files, revisions and product information.
• Use Excel to manage drawing registers and documentation.
• Ensure technical drawings meet internal standards and are suitable for manufacture and supplier communication.

Skills needed for the Product CAD Technician role:

• Proficient in SolidWorks and good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience producing detailed technical and assembly drawings, ideally including GAs and exploded views.
• A good understanding of manufacturing processes for furniture, lighting or similar physical products.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and comfortable working collaboratively with design and technical teams.

What's on Offer?

• £28,000 to £30,000 salary plus an annual bonus
• Pension scheme
• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Are you a natural relationship builder with a passion for luxury interiors, property and design? Do you enjoy opening doors, creating opportunities and turning connections into lasting business?

Our client is a leading luxury interior design studio, renowned for creating beautiful homes for private clients. Based in a welcoming and inspiring Surrey studio, they are now looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving the company's continued growth.

This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to shape the commercial future of the business while working closely with the leadership team. You'll be responsible for generating new business, building strategic partnerships and raising the company's profile within the property and interiors sector. From networking events to client meetings and industry introductions, you'll take ownership of identifying opportunities and converting them into long-term relationships.

The Business Development Manager's role:

• Developing new business and relationships
• Managing the full sales process from lead generation through to negotiation and conversion
• Representing the company at networking events, exhibitions and industry functions
• Producing compelling presentations and client proposals
• Maintaining CRM records and managing the sales pipeline
• Tracking opportunities, conversions and commercial performance

About You:

A proven background in business development, sales or relationship led roles
Experience within luxury interiors, property, estate agency or new homes
A track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets
Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities
A proactive, self-motivated approach and commercial mindset

What's on Offer?

Competitive basic salary and attractive performance-related commission structure.
Further details regarding the company and remuneration package will be discussed in confidence with the Recruiter before any interview is arranged.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

This role is now on hold until September.

Our client is a British company specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-quality wallpapers and fabrics and known for its unique and artistic designs that often draw inspiration from historical patterns and natural elements.

The Studio Design Director is a senior, hands-on creative role responsible for leading the design and development of wallpaper and fabric collections from concept through to production. Working closely with the Creative Director, the role combines creative vision with strong technical expertise in pattern design, colour, scale, repeats, substrates and digital printing.

The position involves creating original designs, developing freelance contributions, overseeing the studio design process, and ensuring all work remains true to the brand’s distinctive aesthetic and heritage. The role also includes supporting and guiding the design team, particularly the Design Development Manager, while helping shape the future structure and growth of the studio.

As the company enters a period of evolution and growth, the successful candidate will need to balance innovation with sensitivity to the brand’s history, values and identity. They should be an experienced senior designer with strong leadership skills, excellent organisation, technical confidence, and a collaborative, thoughtful approach to working across teams and with external partners.

The ideal person will have a genuine passion for pattern, materials, and craftsmanship, alongside the ability to combine creativity with practical problem-solving and calm, considered leadership.

In return they are offering a negotiable salary which can be discussed with recruiter before proceeding. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is a highly regarded designer and manufacturer of bespoke, handcrafted furniture and joinery, creating exceptional pieces for both private residential and commercial interiors across London and the South-East.

Working closely with architects, interior designers and discerning private clients, they deliver beautifully crafted, made-to-order furniture and joinery solutions, from initial consultation through to design, manufacture and installation. Their portfolio includes luxury kitchens, wardrobes, studies, bedroom furniture, tables, chairs, cabinetry and bespoke joinery for high-end interiors.

They are now seeking an experienced and detail-focused Furniture & Joinery Draftsperson to join their talented team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for fine craftsmanship and technical precision to work on prestigious bespoke projects within a collaborative and creative environment. They are open to the role being either part-time or full-time.

The Role
Based in the office and working closely with the Workshop Manager and Project Manager, you will be responsible for producing accurate technical drawings for client approval and workshop production, ensuring every detail is translated into exceptional finished pieces. A full driving licence and access to a car will be needed as the offices and workshop are not easily accessible via public transport

Key Responsibilities are to:

• Produce detailed technical drawings for bespoke joinery and furniture projects using AutoCAD
• Collaborate with the Workshop Manager and Project Manager to ensure designs meet manufacturing requirements
• Prepare clear and precise drawing packages for client approval, production and installation
• Maintain consistency, accuracy and attention to detail across all project documentation and specifications
• Support the successful delivery of projects from concept through to manufacture

About You:

• Previous experience within high-end joinery, bespoke furniture manufacturing or technical drafting
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and the ability to produce accurate manufacturing drawings
• SketchUp and able to create 3D renders would be helpful but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and clients

What's on Offer:

• Salary of £33,000 - £37,000, depending on experience
• Flexibility to work either full-time or part-time (salary pro-rata)
• Pension scheme
• 20 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Free on-site parking

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is renown as an experienced Interior Decorating Studio with sophisticated elegance and low-key luxury. The Principal Designers are as respected for working in an innovative and modern way as much as they are for the timelessness of their more traditional projects.

With an extremely busy workload they are currently looking for a Designer to join one of their design teams based centrally in London. There will also be some travel involved both within the UK as well as abroad (which can involve overnight stays).

The Role & Responsibilities:

• Assisting with designing and managing projects from initial enquiry to completion
• Drawing and altering floor plans and elevations in CAD and by hand, as necessary
• Assisting with schemes - Sourcing ideas for fabrics, furniture and all other hard finishes, liaising with suppliers and requesting samples and quotes
• Producing sample and presentation boards
• Drafting building schedules from paint specifications to bathroom specifications and all other FF&E items and once ordered, creating schedules to manage deliveries and installation
• Placing orders, co-ordinating collections and deliveries and monitoring them against deadlines
• Maintaining and developing fabric and finishes libraries

Skills and Experience expected from the Interior Designer:

• At least 5+ years' experience in a similar role within the luxury residential UK marketplace
• Strong organisational and time management skills, as well as good administrative skills
• IT literacy in all Microsoft Office programmes (Outlook, Word and Excel) plus PowerPoint
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop and InDesign
• Highly numerate and articulate, good interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of traditional and contemporary materials, furnishings, accessories and artwork sourcing would be beneficial
• Possession of a driving licence 

In return:

• Salary is between £36k and £40k dependant on experience
• 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Excellent staff discount and Christmas bonus

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Upholsterer to join our client working on high-quality bespoke furniture for private individuals. The role involves upholstering custom-made pieces, stripping, fitting, cutting, foam work and finishing to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong traditional and modern upholstery skills who takes pride in precision, quality, and finishing to work with a small and friendly team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Measure, cut and fit fabrics, leather, foam and fillings accurately
• Carry out both modern and traditional upholstery techniques
• Ensure all work meets high-quality finishing standards
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Meet project deadlines while maintaining quality standards

Skills and Experience sought from the Upholsterer:

• Previous upholstery experience
• Stripping and rebuilding furniture
• Cutting and fitting fabric
• Sewing cushions and covers
• Good attention to detail

In return they offer:

• Both part-time and full-time working hours
• Supportive and skilled workshop environment
• Pay is likely to be £16ph but is negotiable dependent on amount of experience

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.