Senior Interior Designer

FRAME are proud to be working with a multiple award winning, international design firm to recruit a Senior Interior Designer.

The London office has established itself as a leading design firm in the UK and Europe, renowned for delivering a diverse range of professional design services encompassing corporate interiors, strategic workplace consultancy, new build architecture, large-scale urban design and planning development, as well as hospitality projects.

The studio is currently seeking skilled Senior Interior Designers with experience in corporate interiors. Ideal candidates will have a strong professional background and demonstrate extensive experience in a similar role.

Key qualifications include exceptional design and conceptual skills, a proven track record in client management, strong presentation abilities, and the ability to uphold design excellence throughout all project stages, from concept to completion. The company offers growth opportunities for individuals who meet the requirements.

The Role:

• Represent the practice and promote its positive reputation.
• Contribute to the development and advancement of the practice.
• Foster harmonious collaboration with Principals, Associates, and other team members.
• Attend regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions and keep an up-to-date CPD record.
• Actively contribute to Design Reviews by gathering and presenting relevant information.
• Manage the development of tender proposals.
• Oversee the preparation of tender presentation materials.
• Lead or assist in presenting proposals to clients.
• Collaborate with the Project Lead and team members to develop design proposals for clients, including concept ideas, layout development, finishes, materials, and furniture selection.
• Gather client briefs and prepare project briefing documents.
• Prepare design and production information within agreed-upon program and cost parameters.
• Specify products and materials, while assessing their suitability, sustainability, and maintenance procedures.
• Handle the specification of furniture desking systems and their integration with IT infrastructure.
• Attend client presentation meetings and other project-related meetings as necessary.
• Review on-site construction work when required.
• Assist in ensuring a seamless handover of projects to clients.
• Regularly report project issues to the Project Lead.

Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign is essential.
• Willingness to serve as a design mentor to junior team members.
• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Excellent design and technical knowledge, with the ability to conduct ongoing research on furniture systems, products, finishes, and materials.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate a team.
• Understanding of clients' requirements and previous experience in client liaison.
• Experience managing fast-track projects from inception to completion.
• Exceptional client management and presentation skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to listen and learn from all team members.
• Ability to build positive relationships at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Working knowledge of Building Regulations, British Standards, and relevant statutory legislation.
• A degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture.
• Understanding of the financial aspects of running a design project on time and within budget is desirable.

The Studio:

• Hybrid working office
• Frequent social events
• Wellness initiatives 
• Healthcare
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Fantastic specialist training schemes
• As an equal opportunity employer, the studio values and supports talent from diverse backgrounds.
• They believe that the experiences, viewpoints, and solutions brought by individuals from various walks of life greatly benefit and enrich their studio and clients. 

If you are interested, please apply with your CV and Portfolio today.

Please note this is a fully in office role and you must have the right to work within the UK.