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This company has unique and unparalleled knowledge and expertise in the interior architecture of historical and period properties. They work directly with their clients who come to them for their beautiful and detailed pieces of furniture, joinery and workmanship.

Planning ahead they are looking for a Senior Creative Furniture Designer to take on a lead position, using their knowledge of architectural joinery and cabinetmaking for a client facing role.

Person / Experience Required:

• The candidate will need good knowledge of historical furniture and architectural details as well as a flair for contemporary design
• Experience within the interiors marketplace able to sketch out designs freehand and draw up space plans using AutoCAD
• A basic knowledge of building structure would be an advantage
• Excellent literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written
• You must be well-organised and committed, able to work to deadlines and manage a number of projects simultaneously
• Also a self-starter and able to work on their own or part of a team
• Experience in a supervisory capacity would be an advantage

If this vacancy sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and we will get back to you as soon as we are able to. This role will have a start date of later this year.

This British Company manufactures beautiful bespoke furniture, cabinetry and specialist joinery work for a global network of clients. Their large purpose-built manufacturing complex is home to traditional cabinet making, veneering, carving and gilding skills, complemented by modern design, manufacturing and finishing techniques.

They work on both classical and contemporary interiors including dressing rooms, staircases and libraries, cinemas, wine rooms, games rooms and yachts and have premises both in Norwich and nearer the coast. It is for the latter that they seek a Technical Furniture Designer for their growing design and technical team.

Objectives and requirements for the Furniture Designer:

• To take a brief and/or sketched concept and work into production drawings and 3D CAD renders using SolidWorks
• You will need at least 3 years' experience in a wood based environment - joinery, shopfitting or cabinet making
• Liaising with other departments using your good communication skills
• To work as part of a team to create effective working relationships
• Appreciating the luxury end of the marketplace showing excellent attention to detail and careful considerations of materials and techniques

If this is of interest and you would like to find out more then please send in your CV and portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

This company has a passion for fine furniture and create handcrafted fitted furniture that address all scales of rooms and developments.

With new investment they are opening a brand new and exciting showroom later this year in a multi-purpose building alongside other luxury brands, a hospitality suite and events space.

For this venue they have a few openings left for a Kitchen Designer (client facing, sales and design role), a Technical Designer (non-sales role working alongside the designers) and a Sales Consultant (front of house, lead generating and welcoming clients).

Person / Experience Required (depending on the role):

• Kitchen Designer - professional, well-presented, motivated and creative designer with excellent communication and customer service skills gained within the kitchen industry in a showroom environment.
• Technical Designer - strong CAD (AutoCAD or AutoKitchen) skills who is able to produce layouts and detailed technical drawings with experience from a kitchen or residential design company.
• Sales Consultant - professional, well-presented with strong customer service and sales skills gained from working with luxury brands.

Salaries:

• Kitchen Designer - c£35k plus commission, OTE c£100k
• Technical Designer - c£30k plus bonus, OTE c£40k
• Sales Consultant - £25k to £30k plus commission

If any of these are of interest please send in your CV (and portfolio) to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

We are looking for a furniture designer to join our studio team. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join a design-led manufacturer and contribute to the design and development of new collections for the Hospitality, Cruise and Workplace markets.

The role would ideally suit a creative, passionate designer who wants to develop skills in design and production within an ambitious contract furniture business. The Design Studio team launch new collections, work with external designers and develop bespoke products throughout the year.

Person/experience required

• Degree in Furniture design or Product design
• Good technical understanding of furniture construction
• Fluent in SolidWorks
• Ability to produce CAD technical drawings for AlphaCAM system
• Ability to issue specifications and costings for new/bespoke product
• Keen and enthusiastic team player

The new designer will be reporting to the Design Project Manager and will be based at Morgan's factory and head office in Southbourne, near Chichester. All applicants should already be a resident of the UK.

Please apply with your CV and portfolio (quoting ref V03819) to kmcmahon@morganfurniture.co.uk. For further information on our company please visit our website www.morganfurniture.co.uk.

This European luxury furniture and lifestyle retailer has its UK flagship showroom based on the prestigious King's Road in Chelsea and is growing year on year. Already well known within the residential marketplace, their plans moving forward are to bring on a specialist individual with knowledge of the contract marketplace to help grow business with the A&D community within the hospitality and hotel markets.

The large showroom offers an extensive collection of international designer brands and displays furniture, lighting and rugs as well as a curated selection of home accessories, technology, jewellery and gifts. Showcasing world renowned designers, the showroom regularly hosts product launches, trade presentations and design related events.

The Candidate will be an enthusiastic and ambitious sales professional with previous experience working with multi-brand furniture and selling to Architects and Designers.

Person / Experience Required:

• Proven track record in sales and new business development
• A genuine interest in furniture and interior design
• Strong sales and negotiation skills
• Enthusiastic, ambitious, creative, sales-driven and team oriented
• Must be proactive and highly organised with the ability to multitask
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Happy to travel nationwide and also visit their offices in London regularly
• Able to operate self-sufficiently in a partly field-based role

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

Unfortunately the start date has now had to be put back until later in the year.

This company is well-known within the hospitality and foodservice sector. They provide catering equipment and design solutions covering every aspect of their clients catering operations - from one-off refurbishments to full design concepts including interiors, servery counters, joinery, finishes and signage 

With a number of offices nationwide they are currently looking for an Interior Designer to join their office based in Essex near the Hertfordshire borders and within easy access to London and Motorways.

Responsibilities for the Interior Designer will include to:

• Prepare drawings and floorplans for customers using standard formats combined with innovative styles of presentation to illustrate concepts & finished projects using AutoCAD
• Assist in the preparation of accurate quotations
• Demonstrate innovation when producing 3D rendered visuals and presentation material for customer projects
• Continually be focused on maximum customer satisfaction utilising high levels of communication both verbally and written
• Demonstrate awareness for colleagues and internal customers' needs at all times
• Create concept / mood boards to communicate design concepts to clients
• Select design strategies and colour palettes to create cohesive and aesthetically pleasing environments
• Enhance and improve interior spaces operationally in line with 2D designs and arranging furnishings, artwork, and decor
• Perform research and maintain a working knowledge of trends and new developments in the interior design marketplace

Personal Qualities Required:

• Creative, positive, proactive, team player, organised, able to work to deadlines, willingness to learn, self-motivated, adaptable, good communication skills, problem solver and have a passion for what you do.

Other Skills and Knowledge Required:

• AutoCAD software proficient with other industry software experience (e.g. SketchUp Pro / Photoshop / V-Ray / SU Podium)
• Customer service focused interpersonal skills plus judgement and decision making skills, spatial planning skills and an interior design background with relevant qualifications
• A Car Owner would be preferred, but not essential

To find out more please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

Unfortunately the start date has now had to be put back until later in the year.

This international design company combine style with day-to-day comfort and superb finishing with functional interior layouts. Working closely with the customer they develop projects reflecting the owner's true character and individuality.

They design premium-class private houses, residential quarters and office facilities and often collaborate with world class architects to create buildings of a unique, individual look, whilst using the latest technological achievements to guarantee comfort and security.

Looking to grow their London studio this role will allow autonomy to design and lead both London and international projects from concept to completion.

Person / Experience Required:

• Candidates should be able to create presentations, produce drawing packages, create schedules and oversee construction to ensure what is built is delivered to the exacting quality the company and client expects.
• You should be familiar with the top international furniture, lighting, fabric and interior design brands.
• The experience and ability will be required to source new and modern collections and materials whilst at the same time being familiar with antique furniture and objects and modern art.
• You will need previous experience working on high-end residential projects in a similar London studio or independently at a mid to senior level (6years+)

Your place of work will be their Studio located in West London, easily accessible with public transport. Working hours can be flexible.

Salary will be circa £40k per annum and negotiable depending on previous experience and qualifications. If this sounds of interest then please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

This interior design consultancy has a large portfolio of clients throughout the UK and Europe and is well-known for their knowledge of workplace design. They are consistently refining and improving their thinking and approach to workplace design and its culture and to help do so are interested in hearing from creative commercial designers.

As a designer you will be involved in the conceptual design, space planning, detailing and designing bespoke furniture and joinery, specifying, attending presentations, coordinating and liaising with contractors and suppliers, attending site meetings and seeing the project through to completion.

Person / Experience Required:

• 3+ years' experience to include workplace design
• Excellent communicator
• Ability to illustrate creative and innovative solutions
• A keen eye for detail
• The ability to take ownership and responsibility from concept to completion
• Good product, furniture and finishes knowledge
• Commercially aware
• Knowledge of building regulation standards
• Proficient in AutoCAD and / or VectorWorks, SketchUp, Photoshop and InDesign

If you would like to find out more please send your CV and samples of work to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

This furniture company has a showroom and workshop based in Cornwall and works with the luxury end of the residential marketplace. Planning ahead, they are seeking a Senior Furniture Designer who is looking for the next step in their career. With this role you will be joining a forward thinking company who can offer genuinely good long term career prospects.

The ideal candidate will be someone who is looking to help grow a business. You will be someone with a strong desire to succeed and who understands the residential and kitchen marketplace, furniture and cabinetry and the importance of strong communication with the workshop and its skilled craftspeople.

Requirements and skills for the Senior Furniture Designer:

• A strong understanding of furniture design and production methods and materials
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• An ideas person with plenty of enthusiasm and energy
• Commercially aware with both a practical and creative mind
• Able to hold their own in meetings and explain their thinking

To find out more please call 01920486125 or send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com. All applications made via our website will receive a reply.

An unusual opportunity has arisen for an Interior Designer who is attracted to a role designing decorative lighting.

This people centric business designs, manufactures and supplies exceptional decorative lighting to the Hospitality and Residential sectors. They have a strong client base, regularly winning large projects to supply decorative lighting to major names within the hotel and restaurant sector.

You will be attending briefings with the clients' designers to discuss their requirements and offering "intelligent" proposals based on your understanding of both the product and the space it will inhabit. You will then be creating the drawings and visuals for the manufacturing engineers to put into production drawings.

This highly creative and unusual role would suit an Interior Designer who has a genuine interest in decorative lighting and wants to work with prestigious clients in a company that is growing rapidly and has an exciting future.

Requirements and skills needed from the Interior Designer:

• Interior Design experience within the hospitality sector
• Creative with great conceptualising skills
• Excellent sketching and drawing skills
• The ability to translate an idea into 3D visuals
• Good presentation and client handling skills
• Articulate and able to communicate designs / ideas clearly

To find out more and to apply please send us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com. All applications made via our website will be looked at by a consultant and receive a reply.

Unfortunately the start date has now had to be put back until later in the year.