Experienced Interior Designer - 4 days full time

Experienced Interior Designer
4 days full time (Hybrid)
Private residential 
£35,000 - £50,000

We are partnering with an established interior design studio based in South West London, who are seeking a talented designer to support their high-end residential projects in the UK while also gaining exposure to international work in the USA. The studio delivers projects from concept through to installation, with a strong commitment to design excellence and client satisfaction.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a small, collaborative team working across both residential and commercial projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director, a straight-talking, highly respected leader in the industry, supporting the delivery of design concepts, managing project implementation, and co-leading a prestigious large-scale residence in one of London’s most renowned squares.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, well-presented, and confident in handling the nuances of high-net-worth clients. Strong project management skills are essential, along with excellent client-facing abilities. You should be enthusiastic, creative, and comfortable balancing independent responsibility with close team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities 

• Creating and editing plans, elevations using AutoCAD
• Creating Mood boards using InDesign and develop presentations
• Fabric sourcing, ordering samples and finishes for projects
• Creating workroom schedules and cost plans in Excel format
• Support the design team with administration, planning and design
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and building team
• FF&E sourcing, specification, procurement, and installation
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing and new suppliers

Candidate requirements:

• Prepare detailed drawing packages
• Prepare concept designs and presentations for review by senior designer
• Collect samples, chase suppliers for updates and administration follow up
• Update cost plans, mood boards and schedules
• Confirm meetings with suppliers and clients
• Site minutes following meetings
• Update project management lead times
• Experience required AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop, and Excel
• Knowledge of Estimac is preferable, however not essential as training will be provided
• Strong communication skills including verbal, written and visual
• Attention to detail
• High standard of both verbal and written English
• Ability to work within a small team
• Able to proactively manage workload and project timelines for the studio

Additions:

• Yearly Bonus scheme
• UK Company pension
• Birthday given as additional day off 
• 4 days per week of which two days remote
• Travel opportunities
• Additional time off provided between Christmas and New Year
• Annual reviews 
• Flexible working hours to assist with personal appointments and childcare considerations. 

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