Interior Designer Jobs & Careers

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 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.

Morgan Furniture is a wholly British design orientated business making seating and tables for the contract market from its dedicated factory in Hampshire.

At Morgan we believe the design and manufacture of truly original, high-quality furniture is the result of passion, care, design integrity, experience, craftsmanship and an unfaltering dedication to quality. This commitment could not be realised without fully integrating the design and manufacturing processes. At our factory and studio in Hampshire we start the process with trees and finish with beautifully crafted chairs.

Marketing Assistant role:

• Maintain and improve Social Media activity: update Pinterest, Facebook, LinkedIn with new imagery. Help to schedule interesting and unique content for Twitter and Instagram.
• Create Blogs and Newsletters: suggest topic ideas, stories, case study features and create using Mailchimp.
• Source Morgan case study photography and photograph factory processes.
• Research and create mood boards with current trends, products and projects for the design and sales departments.
• Maintain the London showroom and factory showroom to a high standard and keep internal communications and display up-to-date and visually on brand.
• Create sales presentation documents - update regularly with new product and case study images.
• Communicate with PR agent, research advertising opportunities and keep the press cuttings book updated.

The Candidate:

The successful candidate will be a design graduate with a passion for design and marketing. They will be based at the Morgan headquarters in Southbourne, near Chichester. They will have good organisational skills, ability to work to deadlines and understand the requirements and importance of promoting a brand and following brand guidelines. Photoshop and Illustrator skills are required.

Please apply with your CV and portfolio (quoting ref V03775) to Steph McMahon smcmahon@morganfurniture.co.uk.

For further information on our company please visit our website www.morganfurniture.co.uk.

This business has been designing and building commercial offices for over 10 years. Family run, their culture is really important to them as they are essentially a company of likeminded people who believe that everyone deserves a great place to work.

They are currently looking to expand their projects team with a project manager with at least 3 years' experience within the office design industry. You will need to integrate into an established company team, be supportive of the companys desire to grow and be pro-active, reliable and determined member of the team.

They have a dedicated Project Manager on every site so you will be assigned to a particular project and will be required to be based there until project completion. Depending on the size of project you may be allocated an Assistant Project Manager.

Person / Experience Required:

• Good IT capability and able to design and manage a programme (ASTA Powerproject ideal)
• Good communication skills are essential, both with in house team and client facing
• An understanding of CDM 2015 Regulations and M&E systems
• Ability to read construction drawings from various trades
• SMSTS and First aid trained
• Experience of managing office relocations, refurbishments and fit-outs including IT infrastructure
• Good people management skills
• Good understanding of health and safety and risk management policies and procedures
• Strong contracts and tendering experience
• Good commercial acumen - legal knowledge and negotiating with multiple vendors
• Flexible approach to travelling and staying away from home on a regular basis

If this seems like a good match to you then please apply by sending in your CV 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.

This bespoke interior design practice over the last 10 years has flourished into a multi-million pound business with a reputation for great original ideas and design. They work for many major and high-end developers across the country, with their core business being forged in London.

In order to develop further, they are seeking a dedicated sales / account manager with the main remit to help in securing new business with national housebuilders and developers nationwide.

They are ideally looking for someone already working within the design or property development industry with preferably a proven track record in sales. They may consider a designer however who is ready to move their career forward into a new business development role and has strong client liaison and negotiating skills.

Person / Experience Required:

• Experience with selling to the interiors marketplace
• A strong appreciation or past experience within design
• Experienced in handling and presenting to clients
• Organised and numerate
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (oral, written and presentational)
• Happy to travel nationwide but to visit their studio in Staffordshire regularly
• Able to operate self-sufficiently in a partly field based role

Basic salary £30k to £40k plus commission, car, phone, laptop and healthcare scheme. If this sounds of interest please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com.

As one of the world’s leading artisans in professional home kitchens, this company takes pride in creating handcrafted pieces in their sleek industrial style, each kitchen showing off a bespoke design, sophisticated mechanisms and the experience of premium restaurant cooking.

Their London showroom is currently seeking an additional designer and they plan to open another showroom later this year. There will be excellent chances of progression as they are still growing their coverage of the UK marketplace.

This role would suit a designer who has already had exposure to this marketplace and understands how important attention to detail is. It will be a client facing role so your presence, communication and interpersonal skills will be important. Regular travel to clients, trade shows and to visit Head Office in Italy will be expected.

Person / Experience Required:

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience
• Qualifications in interior design or similar
• Literate with the Adobe CS
• Professional and smart in appearance
• Both creative and technically minded
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Excellent spoken and written English

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

This vibrant design and build company create and fit out bespoke high impact office interiors and seek a creative Senior Interior Designer to join their successful design team.

With offices based in West Sussex near the coast and London this position would be to become part of the London office with occasional trips to Sussex.

The role will have a wide variety of responsibilities as you will be taking projects from initially enquiry and concept pitch through to realisation of the design and drawing packages and on to installation and completion.

Objectives and requirements:

• To produce and present pitches in a competitive environment
• Develop the production of designs and specification criteria requiring good technical knowledge and skills
• To carry out site surveys and use AutoCAD and the Adobe Creative Suite
• You may be managing a small team of project designers so past supervisory experience will be preferred
• Due to the responsibilities of the role you should have a commercial Design and Build background with workplace analysis experience a bonus
• They seek an ability to bring innovative ideas to the table, challenge the brief and push the boundaries
• Strong communication skills are needed including fluent written and spoken English

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

This interior design consultancy has a large portfolio of clients throughout the UK and Europe and are well known for their knowledge of workplace design. They are continuingly growing and expanding their team which has resulted in the need for a Mid-weight Designer to join it.

The offices are close to public transport and has close links to the M40, there is also the benefit of onsite parking.

As a designer you will be involved in the conceptual design, space planning, working drawings, designing of bespoke furniture and joinery, specifying, attending presentations, coordinating and liaising with contractors and suppliers, attending site meeting and completion of project.

Person / Experience Required:

• 5 years' experience to include workplace design
• Excellent communicator
• Ability to illustrate creative and innovative solutions
• Initiative with problem solving skills
• A keen eye for detail
• The ability to take ownership and responsibility
• Experience 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 this sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.