Woods Bagot
Interior Design Lead - Lifestyle
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Interior Design Lead - Lifestyle
About Woods Bagot – Architecture for Worlds Ahead
We design places that meet the challenges and opportunities of our rapidly changing world. Our commitment to exploration, impact, and community creates enduring, forward-thinking outcomes, unlocking humanity’s highest potential.
With a global design culture devoted to creativity, resilience, and purpose, we ensure every project contributes to our clients’ vision, inspiring future generations.
Woods Bagot is part of the 7C Network. The 7C Network is an integrated network of design and architecture companies that provide "Total Place Design"—a holistic approach to creating transformative environments. It combines capabilities from its constituent brands—including Woods Bagot, ERA-co, Impact Futures, and Customs Bureau—to deliver services in:
- Placemaking
- Sustainability
- Architecture and interior design
- Luxury concepts
The Role
Woods Bagot (part of the 7C Network) is seeking an experienced and visionary Lifestyle Interior Design Leader to drive excellence and innovation within our lifestyle (residential and hotels) sector. This is a unique opportunity to join a global design studio renowned for its:
- People-focused culture
- Research-driven approach
- Award-winning projects that shape the way people live, work, and connect
As the Lifestyle Interior Design Leader, you will:
Key Areas of Responsibility
Practice Leadership and Management
- Lead the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion, including:
- Design team coordination from briefing, space planning, concept, detail design, documentation, tendering, and site close-out process
- Collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver integrated, high-performance design solutions
- Establish and deepen client relationships and identify new project opportunities
- Partner with the Business Development (BD) and Marketing teams to prepare proposals for new projects
- Cultivate a culture of design excellence in interior projects
- Uphold exceptional client service while providing mentorship to other designers
- Develop and review fee proposals, budgets, and financial projections
- Encourage the strategic use of technology for design, presentations, and production
- Oversee design presentations, documentation, and quality control across all project phases
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Design Leadership Duties:
- Conduct thorough client research to shape responsive design solutions
- Clearly and effectively communicate design intent to clients in compelling ways
- Ensure creative, unique design solutions align with client requirements and goals
- Lead design presentations in consultation with consultants to meet timelines and budgets
- Ensure graphic representations and construction documents accurately reflect design intent
Business Development & Marketing
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to secure new projects
- Collaborate with other Woods Bagot offices to expand opportunities from Global Corporate clients
- Work closely with Studio Lifestyle Sector Leaders to:
- Prepare fee proposals
- Edit or draft relevant sections of proposals
- Foster team motivation and continuous professional development (e.g., site visits, lectures, workshops)
- Champion innovation within the UK lifestyle interiors portfolio
- Strengthen Woods Bagot’s position as a leader in hotel and residential interior design
Staff Development
- Mentor, coach, and motivate the team
- Drive initiatives like Lunch & Learn sessions, site visits, and professional workshops
- Encourage design excellence through continuous exploration, training, and feedback
About You
You are a highly motivated, creative, and resourceful leader who thrives in a collaborative environment. You bring:
- Bespoke solutions grounded in research, design expertise, and industry experience
- Precision in space planning and a keen eye for detail and aesthetics
- Charisma, communication skills, and a professional inspiration during presentations
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Required Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a closely related field (or equivalent international credential)
- 5+ years’ experience in Interior Design
- Demonstrated track record of:
- Leading projects and multi-disciplinary teams to success
- Securing new business opportunities
Benefits We Offer
Beyond shaping Tomorrow, you’ll gain:
- Flexible work model with a balance between studio life and remote work
- Access to global resources for learning and growth
- Private healthcare and dental coverage
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Company pension scheme
Apply Now Submit your CV via this LinkedIn job listing—applications will be handled in confidence.
Mandatory Requirements
- Must hold legal right to work in the UK before joining.
Note on Applications
Owing to volume, we kindly ask you to avoid follow-ups on your submission.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As part of the 7C Network, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and an environment where:
- Diversity is celebrated, valued, and respected
- Practices are equitable
- Everyone belongs and has a voice
7C believes inclusion drives innovation and creativity. We encourage all candidates to thrive in a supportive, global studio network, where individual potential is realised. At Woods Bagot, you bring your whole self to work and inspire exceptional careers together.
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