Head of Interior Design

July 29, 2025 | Comments Off on Head of Interior Design

A multi-disciplinary design studio based in East London is looking for a Head of Interior Design to join them on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have a refined design sensibility, strong technical and communication skills, and a proven track record of working on BD and winning new clients. Salary of £80,000 - £90,000 fully dependent on experience.

The studio is well known for their work in interiors, product design and branding. The Head of Interior Design will be involved in all project stages, from concept through to final design and construction support, primarily focused on luxury hospitality and large-scale schemes.

You will collaborate with project leaders and multidisciplinary teams to shape and develop design concepts and cover all aspects of FF&E while also producing/reviewing and coordinating the technical documentation needed for project delivery.

Role & Responsibilities

- Leading the design process from concept to completion, including space planning, material selection, and furniture specification
- Managing a team of 5+ designers
- Business development and managing client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
- Overseeing budgets and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
- Staying updated with emerging trends and advancements in the art and design industry
- Mentoring junior designers and contributing to the overall development of the design team
- Working closely with the accounts team preparing yearly accounts.

Required Skills & Experience

- BA or MA degree in architecture, interior design and/or interior architecture
- Minimum of 8 years' post-graduate experience in the interiors field
- Strong conceptual, graphic and design skills illustrated in a comprehensive portfolio
- Proven experience working in all stages of complex, large-scale design projects
- Experience or interest in product and furniture design would be a bonus
- Confidence working collaboratively in a dynamic, international environment
- Strong BD and client management skills and experience
- Proficiency in Rhino, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite would be beneficial
- Knowledge and experience working on 3DS Max, C4D and/or Revit projects beneficial but not essential
- Passion for design and a strong understanding of design principles.

What you get back

- Salary: £80,000 - £90,000
- Collaborative studio environment
- Social events on Fridays
- Opportunity to shape and grow the company's ID team.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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