Planning Recruitment Limited
Associate Interior Designer

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We’re working with a highly creative, international interior design studio looking to appoint an Associate Interior Designer to join its London team.
The studio creates luxury hotels, hospitality and F&B interiors, delivering design-led projects from initial concept through to completion.
This is an opportunity for an experienced designer to move into a senior leadership position without stepping away from hands-on design. You’ll work closely with the Creative Director, leading multiple projects from initial concept and creative direction through design development, technical delivery and completion.
The role
You’ll combine hands-on design with project and team leadership, including:
- Leading the creative and conceptual stages of projects, from research and initial ideas through to developed concepts.
- Remaining hands-on with AutoCAD and design production where needed.
- Producing and developing space plans, layouts and design intent.
- Leading FF&E, material and finish selections, including the design of bespoke furniture.
- Creating and delivering compelling client presentations and confidently presenting design concepts.
- Leading projects through the full design process and ensuring the creative vision is maintained throughout.
- Managing and mentoring designers from Junior through to Senior level.
- Running collaborative design workshops and providing creative direction and constructive feedback.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, joinery and technical information alongside the wider project team.
- Working closely with clients, consultants, suppliers, contractors and fabricators.
- Maintaining oversight of programmes, budgets and deliverables across multiple projects.
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We’re looking for someone who is already confidently leading projects at a senior level, whether you’re currently working as an Associate or in a similar position, or you’re an accomplished Senior Designer ready to take on the challenge of stepping up.


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You’ll need to be a genuine design all-rounder with a strong creative eye and a thorough understanding of how projects are developed and delivered. You should be comfortable remaining hands-on with AutoCAD, while also having the confidence to lead projects, manage designers and present directly to clients.
Experience delivering high-quality hospitality and F&B interiors will be particularly relevant, alongside strong knowledge of FF&E, materials, finishes and bespoke design. Those with the relevant responsibility experience who have worked on other high-end project types will be considered.
Central London Studio | 3/2 hybrid | £60k - £65k
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