Interior Designer Jobs & Careers

• Liaising with Developers and the Sales Team
• Producing accurate designs and estimates for kitchen layouts 
• Preparing completed designs / estimates into a tender presentation
• Scaling from Architects' drawings supplied by the Developer
• Establishing an installation budget and plan within contract guidelines 
• Undertaking showroom tours as and when required

• Familiar with scaling from plans and designing kitchens
• Fully proficient using a CAD system (they use ArtiCAD)
• Possessing creativity and design flair to create a functional, attractive kitchen from scratch
• Understanding of kitchen component parts would be advantageous
• Must be able to use Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.) or similar
• Working knowledge of SAP and Photoshop desirable but not essential

• 3 to 4 years’ relevant industry experience
• An understanding of managing project budgets and timelines, including the FF&E procurement process
• Good organization and administration skills
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in identifying and resolving problems
• Knowledge of fabric and furniture suppliers for the luxury residential marketplace

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

• To be a confident presenter and pitcher (senior)
• Have the technical knowledge of how to realise a conceptual design
• The ability to lead a project design team (senior)
• Commercial workplace design experience (2+ years for the mid-weight and 6+ years for the senior) 
• Good hand drawings and sketching skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and the ability to carry out site-surveys
• Ability to bring innovative ideas to the table, challenge the brief and push the boundaries
• Hands-on individuals with a strong team-work approach
• Flexible to travel to both offices and have a current driving licence

• VectorWorks fluency is important
• Interior Design qualified
• Experience working on high-end residential interior design projects
• Technically minded but also with a creative flair
• Good communication and organisation skills
• Budgeting and procurement knowledge
• A team player but also self-motivated and proactive

• Previous sales and sales project management experience 
• A full UK driving licence 
• Experience in property development sales, associated construction industry supply or interior design sales 
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentational)
• Able to operate self-sufficiently in a principally field-based role
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative and proactive plus the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good computer literacy

As technology has become ubiquitous in everyday life this design and installation company's workload has grown as they integrate AV technology into their clients’ homes.

From a studio in London, they design bespoke systems across the UK, into Europe and further afield. They are a CEDIA accredited high-end home technology company and are proud to have been finalists for several project categories.

They are currently looking for a Designer to work within their Design Team on high-end residential projects, so an understanding of high specification detailing and an eye for accuracy are important. Training will be provided but you should already have an initial grounding in 2D layouts and working drawings plus a genuine interest in this sector.

Summary of skills and experience needed for the AV Designer:

• CAD proficient, with experience using AutoCAD and SketchUp
• Minimum of 2 years' relevant industry experience
• Competent in preparing technical drawings from sketches so an architectural background would be beneficial
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use initiative, self-motivated and a determined nature
• Good organisational skills and able to manage workload effectively
• AV experience is desirable

To find out more and apply please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@creersindesign.com.

Featured regularly in influential interior magazines and top 100 lists, this prestigious design studio count many serious art collectors as their clients. Their experience covers both historical and contemporary interiors, bespoke furniture, lighting and pieces of artwork celebrating artisan crafts using the finest materials from around the World.

Rapidly growing with an extensive waiting list of Hotel and Residential clients, they are currently seeking an Architectural Interior Designer to join their team. There is plenty of room for career growth and an opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and passion for continental architecture and Interior Design.

Interior Architect position overview:

• To take responsibility for the development of the interior design, architectural details, presentations and the project deliverables
• Assisting with preparation and development on projects, with drawings, models, images and mood boards
• Researching specific materials and finishes appropriate to the historical detailing and proportions
• Attending client meetings
• Assisting the Head of Projects on running multiple projects of substantial size and sales price
• Understanding of and the ability to read space plans, floor finish plans, ceiling plans, elevations and details.

Interior Architect Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in Interior Architecture or similar
• 5+ years' relevant experience to include luxury Residential and/or Hotels
• Able to work on all stages of a project from conception to completion
• Strong conceptual skills, with free-hand sketching ability
• Experienced in AutoCAD, Photoshop and InDesign
• Experience in tendering and presentation of documents for high net worth review
• MS Office proficient (word, excel and outlook)
• Strong administration and time management skills

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

This prestigious design studio's experience covers both historical and contemporary interiors, bespoke furniture, lighting and pieces of artwork celebrating artisan crafts and the finest materials. Sophisticated luxury to match their clients' lifestyles.

The Director is currently looking for a creative and organized individual to support the Director handling suppliers, sourcing new products, arranging meetings with clients, assisting with the preparation of various projects, design coordination and general administrative duties. This is a very varied role and would particularly suit someone who has worked in a support role within an interior design practice, luxury fabrics showroom or within FF&E.

There will be plenty of opportunities for progression as the role develops.

Day to day responsibilities for the Studio Design Assistant also include:

• Sourcing fabric samples
• Procurement of orders and authorising invoices for payment
• Arranging shipments and collection of deliveries
• Logistics and on-site installation works
• FF&E
• Assisting with mood boards and design schemes

Backround and skills needed for the Studio Design Assistant:

• A good understanding and ability to use of Excel and able to issue sales invoices
• At least 3 years relevant work experience from a London residential interior design practise
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written and visual
• Attention to detail, organised and efficient with high level administrative skills
• Excellent research skills and the ability to compile and present that information
• Resourceful with imaginative solutions for sourcing

A good salary and package is on offer and can be discussed with a consultant before proceeding. If this vacancy is of interest then please send across your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com 

This family owned and run business offer British, bespoke and beautifully handcrafted kitchens as well as an award-winning, luxury German kitchen brand. They also work with trusted, well-known brands in the bathroom industry and their beautiful showroom has four floors of galleries and displays for both kitchens and bathrooms.

The Senior Designer is currently looking for a kitchen designer to support them in a non-sales role. It would be showroom based Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm. No Saturdays required at present, as they work by appointment only.

Based in a lovely location near Peterborough you will be assisting with designing to the brief, producing 3D visuals, pricing and preparing the quotation for checking, setting out mood boards for client meets, handling suppliers and sample ordering. In return additional training will be given and the chance to progress.

Skills required for the Kitchen Design Support role:

• Good listening skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to which project needs working on, organised so deadlines still get met
• Minimum 2 years’ experience designing kitchens using Fusion 2020 CAD
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with pricing kitchens, ideally using EQ
• SketchUP would be an advantage

They would also be interested in hearing from any experienced Designers who are looking to return to work in a supporting non-sales role. 

To apply and find out more please email us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultant will get back to you.

This Architectural and Interior Design Company offers the complete design service within the residential and property development marketplace. This includes: Interior design for private clients and developers; Architectural services as a RIBA Chartered Architects practice; Show Home design. They also have a dedicated Furniture, Lighting and Interior Design showroom and a separate Tiling Studio offering a vast selection of unique tiles.

An opportunity has now arisen for an Interior Designer to join the team based in their design studio in North London. Reporting directly to the Design Director you will be managing private client and showhome interior design briefs - sourcing, designing and implementing interior design schemes.

Responsibilities for the Interior Designer also include:

• Liaising with suppliers and working on pricings and quotations
• Undertaking surveys and measurements as required
• Assisting the Design Director in managing workflow
• Attending client meetings, installations and managing the onsite fitting team
• Being a multi-faceted role, you will be building good relationships at all levels, internally and externally

Skills and Experience needed for the Interior Designer:

• They are ideally looking for 3+ years’ experience of residential interior design
• FF&E experience across a broad spectrum of price points is important along with strong spatial awareness skills and attention to detail
• It will be an advantage if you have knowledge of fabric and wallpaper companies and can measure up for window treatments
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD and SketchUp
• Knowledge of residential furniture and lighting brands would be a distinct advantage but is not essential
• You will need your own car for travelling to clients and carrying samples (business expenses will be paid)

Salary will be dependent on experience with an end of year discretionary performance related bonus, a staff discount scheme and Company pension scheme.

To find out more and apply please send us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.