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Senior Interior Designer
Location: London
Salary: £62,000 pa
Job Type: Fixed-Term-Contract - 1 year
Job Ref: 41146
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in / 2 days remote per week
I’m delighted to be working with a highly regarded London design studio with an excellent reputation for creating sophisticated, highly considered interiors across some of the most exciting projects within the luxury hospitality sector.
They are now looking to appoint a Senior Interior Designer to join their London team - an opportunity for an experienced designer to take genuine ownership of major projects, lead a talented team and play a key role in shaping ambitious, design-led environments from concept through to completion.
The Opportunity
This is a senior position for a designer who combines strong creative thinking with excellent technical and project leadership skills.
You’ll work closely with Directors and Associates to develop and deliver high-profile projects, helping establish the creative direction while taking responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the design team and coordination of the wider project.
The studio’s approach is rooted in research, narrative and context. Their interiors are designed to feel distinctive and unexpected, but always considered and connected to the people, culture and environment around them.
You’ll therefore be joining a team where design quality genuinely matters, with the opportunity to influence projects rather than simply deliver someone else’s vision.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage design teams across projects from initial concept through to completion.
- Work alongside Directors and Associates to establish and develop the creative vision for projects.
- Translate creative concepts into compelling, buildable interior environments.
- Provide senior creative, design and technical direction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead day-to-day communication with clients, operators, consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.
- Oversee design development, documentation and delivery, ensuring consistently high standards.
- Coordinate closely with the FF&E team throughout all project stages.
- Take an active role in client presentations and design reviews.
- Oversee drawing packages, specifications, schedules and presentation material.
- Manage delegation and workflow within the design team to ensure projects remain productive and on programme.
- Mentor and support junior and mid-level designers, helping to develop both their technical and creative abilities.
- Contribute to recruitment, team development and the wider management of the studio.
- Represent the studio externally and help build strong relationships across the design industry.
- Support pitches and business development activity where required.
- Monitor project resources, budgets, fees and programmes, escalating potential issues appropriately.
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About You
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years' professional experience within interior design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating experience across luxury hospitality, high-end F&B, spas and/or large-scale hotel projects.
You’ll be someone who can confidently move between the creative and technical sides of a project, while also having the maturity and communication skills to lead a team and build strong client relationships.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Strong interior architecture and interior design knowledge.
- Experience taking projects through multiple stages from concept to completion.
- Excellent technical and construction knowledge.
- A strong understanding of furniture, materials and product design.
- Excellent visual awareness, particularly around colour, composition, materials and form.
- Strong freehand sketching and concept development skills.
- Proven experience managing and mentoring design teams.
- Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
- A diplomatic and engaging approach when working with clients and consultants.
- The ability to remain organised and effective when working to deadlines and multiple priorities.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to work independently.
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Software Skills
Essential:
- AutoCAD – advanced/highly proficient
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Microsoft Office
- SketchUp
Advantageous:
- Revit
- Enscape
- 3D Studio Max
- Rhino
Why Consider This Role?
This is an excellent opportunity for an established Senior Interior Designer who is ready for greater ownership, influence and responsibility.
You’ll be joining a design-led studio with a strong portfolio of international hospitality work, working alongside experienced senior designers and having a meaningful role in both the quality of the work and the development of the people around you.
If you’re passionate about creating exceptional hospitality environments and are looking for a role where your design ability, leadership skills and ideas will genuinely be valued, I’d be very keen to speak with you.
Please get in touch with me, Jack Wheeler, if this position sounds of interest. I am a consultant at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recruitment.
For more info on this role or to chat about other options, call me on 0203 587 7809 or the office on 0117 929 6060. You can also email me at jack.wheeler@mustardjobs.co.uk
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mustard is a creative recruitment consultancy and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias and we welcome the opportunity to work with you. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know. We appreciate the unique skills and experiences each candidate brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
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