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This professional and versatile fit out and bespoke furniture company is based near London on the Hertfordshire and Essex borders and serves the commercial and residential sectors producing kitchens, wardrobes, vanity units, cabinets, TV units, beds, desks and doors.

The Role of Furniture Designer:

• Plan and design fitted furniture that fits to a client’s spec and the company's range of products
• Visit sites to measure and evaluate the customers’ needs prior to creating detailed drawings which are ready for manufacture
• Correctly process site surveys, designs, samples, delivery dates and stock requirements
• Communicate with clients and the team throughout the design phases and manufacturing processes

Requirements and skills for the Furniture Designer:

• At least 4 years' experience of using AutoCAD
• Experience in designing kitchens, wardrobes, vanity units, cabinets, desks and other furniture items
• Experience working on contract kitchens would be an advantage
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels within the workplace and with clients
• Strong creativity skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Driving licence

Summary for the Furniture Designer:

They are looking for a Designer with the ability and experience to carry out site surveys on construction sites and create designs and working drawings for their client’s furniture in AutoCAD.

In return they are offering a salary of between £25k and £30k, plus contribution to pension scheme, 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after five years and team incentives and outings.

To apply and find out more please send us your CV and examples of work to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This innovative studio and workshop undertakes all aspects of cabinetry and carpentry relating to the development of both private homes and commercial properties. In addition, they are able to manage complete house projects, from initial design concepts to final installation, offering exceptional levels of creative design, project management and customer service / aftercare.

Based in Devon, they are currently looking to recruit a Furniture Designer / Draughtsperson to join their team where they combine fine craftsmanship with modern techniques to create furniture and architectural joinery of the highest quality.

Experience and skills required for the Furniture Designer

• You will need experience from the furniture industry together with knowledge of material selection and manufacturing processes
• Good communication skills, able to liaise with both the client and the workshop
• Good project management skills
• Able to work on your own initiative, as well as within a team
• Fluent in SolidWorks
• Attention to detail and a high level of concentration so as not to be distracted in a busy working environment is essential, as is working to deadlines
• Ideally good sketching and presentation skills

In return they offer an excellent working environment in a state of the art design office and the Furniture Designer role will be working Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Salary is negotiable.

To apply or find out more please send us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company has an unrivalled reputation and knowledge of interior architecture for historical and period properties. They work directly with their clients who come to them for their expertise and beautiful pieces of furniture, joinery and workmanship.

They currently have an opening for an individual who has both a creative and organised mind and who understands high-end and bespoke furniture and joinery.

The role of the Concept Designer will include:

• Initial furniture concept designs
• Putting together a Concept Package which comprises of floor plans and layouts which are then colour washed to give depth and visual impact, material palette and mood board, furniture drawings, equipment lists
• Working with the team to provide costings and a budget
• Taking part in client meetings and making modifications to the concepts
• Liaising with the production team and project designers

Key Requirements:

• Furniture, Interiors or Arts degree
• A minimum of 7 years' design experience with bespoke furniture and/or joinery
• Knowledge of different materials
• A creative, enquiring mind and an interest in historical research of architecture and period properties
• Strong hand drawing and illustrative skills
• Able to use AutoCAD and ideally SketchUp or other graphical packages
• Commercially minded and numerate

A very generous (negotiable) salary, well above the average for the area, is on offer for the right person. To apply or find out more please send your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company manufacture and supply high quality contract furniture for hotels, private rented sector apartments, serviced apartments and student accommodation.

They work with major brands in both the UK and Dubai markets and seek a Project Co-ordinator to work on a variety of projects coordinating and managing the production of furniture for various contract projects as part of a team. The role will be fairly admin based and all relevant training will be provided as part of the role.

They are offering a one year contract with the possibility for extension based on performance.

The role of the Project Co-ordinator will include:

• Putting together quotations, managing procurement, FF&E specification, planning, product drawings and presentation boards
• Coordinating and managing the project through to installation and after-sales

Key Requirements:

• A degree in a design related subject and experience in a similar role
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge and the ability to draw up floorplans using AutoCAD
• Great initiative and resourcefulness
• Good PC skills and working knowledge of Excel
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally with clients and in project team meetings

In return a salary of c£25k is on offer along with training, pension and perkbox which offers lots of incentives, discounts and exciting offers. The hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and they are located near a tube station.

If this sounds of interest then please apply by sending us your CV and portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This well-established architecture and interior design firm based in Bahrain has a clear vision and an eye for detail, creating crisp, clean architecture with rich textures and exceptional furnishings, creating spaces that are both sophisticated and warm. Fundamental considerations for the studio include light, space planning, and the ideal mix of materials and colours to achieve harmonious and functional spaces.

They also own a prestigious store in Bahrain which offers kitchens, bedrooms and walk-in closets displayed in very contemporary surroundings. It is for this showroom that they are seeking an Interior Designer / Showroom Manager to run it.

Person / Experience Required:

• Residential interior design experience to include kitchens
• Good sales skills
• Organised, with strong management skills
• Knowledge of running a showroom on a daily basis
• Smart, presentable with excellent customer facing skills
• Multiple language skills a bonus but not essential

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This well-established architecture and interior design firm based in Bahrain is currently seeking an experienced Interior Designer to manage its interior design division, overseeing a range of residential, retail and hospitality projects for the company's discerning clients across the Gulf region.

With a clear vision and an eye for detail, they incorporate crisp, clean architecture with rich textures and exceptional furnishings, creating spaces that are both sophisticated and warm. The Designer will work directly with principals to manage and oversee all interiors, finishes, furniture and decoration from project conceptualization through installation.

Person / Experience Required:

• Minimum 7 years' previous experience in high-end Interior Design
• Strong custom furniture, upholstery and drapery detailing and installation experience
• Excellent communication skills dealing with clients, contractors and other vendors
• Capable of delegating and leading junior designers / assistants to carry out multiple projects
• Strong work ethic with a great attention to detail
• Advanced AutoCAD and SketchUp skills and proficiency with software such as PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

Featured regularly in the press, this design studio counts many serious art collectors as their clients and their experience covers both historical and contemporary interiors, bespoke furniture, lighting and pieces of artwork celebrating artisan crafts and the finest materials. 

They currently have a vacancy available for a Furniture Designer to take responsibility for both the design and manufacturing procedures of projects, researching materials and finishes, attending client meetings, liaising with workshops and seeing through to installation. 

Person / Experience Required:

• At least 2 year's experience with bespoke furniture
• Able to read layout drawings, floor finish plans, ceiling plans and elevations
• Fluency in Rhino (or similar), InDesign, SketchUp and Excel
• Good hand-sketching skills
• Understanding of upholstery would be beneficial
• Technical minded with knowledge of design and manufacturing processes

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV and portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This manufacturer creates joinery pieces for some of the finest and advanced commercial interiors being designed in the UK today. Operating nationwide from their factory and offices just outside London, they offer total management of joinery packages, from initial site survey through to installation.

They are currently seeking an experienced Technical Designer to work with their progressive team of designers and makers.

Objectives / Requirements:

• Creating concept designs, rendering in KeyShot and turning them into ready-to-manufacture technical drawings for the in-house joinery workshop
• Producing complete and checked technical drawings using Solid Edge 3D design software (Fluency in SolidWorks will be considered)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Accuracy in take offs for CNC milling and other outsourced material production will also be required directly from the CAD drawings
• Connecting with joiners to discuss and get feedback on the practicality of joinery items designed, so hands-on experience from the joinery sector is needed and hands-on knowledge of manufacturing and assembling would be desirable
• A genuine interest in the marketplace and a willingness to take part in interdepartmental discussions

Competitive remuneration and paid over-time. 22 days holiday increasing by 1 day every 2 years to a maximum of 25 days. Lunch is provided by the company and there is parking space on the premises.

If this sounds of interest please send us your CV and portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company specialise in producing high-end bespoke furniture and joinery from concept through to design, manufacture and installation, covering a wide variety of projects both domestic and commercial as well as one-off commissions.

With a busy workload they are seeking:

1. A Project Manager who will be overseeing projects through the detailing stages and on to production and installation of the final product.
Other responsibilities will be:

• Organising the detailed schedule of works
• Ensuring all design drawings can be used as accurate shop rods for the workshop through detailed site surveys and sound methods of construction
• Procurement of materials
• Health and Safety - Preparing Rams and O&Ms
• Liaising with site-fitters and workshop staff throughout the manufacturing process
• Managing installations on site
• Delivering presentations to prospective clients to showcase the companys expertise

2. Workshop Coordinator who will be based mainly in the workshop coordinating with the team there and the drawing office, organising programmes and all relevant administration.

Person / Experience Required:

• Experience from the furniture or joinery industry
• IT literate and numerate
• Able to read CAD drawings
• Good project management and interpersonal skills

If either of these sounds of interest please send us your CV  to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company specialise in producing high-end bespoke furniture and joinery from concept through to design, manufacture and installation, covering a wide variety of projects both domestic and commercial as well as one-off commissions.

With a busy workload they are looking for a technically minded designer who can produce detailed working drawings based upon the concepts of architects and interior designers. In essence to make their clients' ideas a reality.

You will also be:

• Issuing clear and concise technical drawings for their in-house manufacturing team.
• Liaising with Project Managers and other members of the team to meet internal and external deadlines.
• Producing schedules and cutting lists.

Person / Experience Required:

• A sound knowledge of the furniture and joinery manufacturing industry and post studies experience
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD
• The ability to extract components from AutoCAD drawings for CNC machining would be a distinct advantage
• You should have a keen eye for detail, be self-motivated and have good written and verbal communication skills

If this sounds of interest please send us your CV and examples of work to recruit@careersindesign.com.