Filled design jobs

This company designs giftware for some of the world’s leading brands and are currently searching for a commercially experienced, well rounded product designer who is ready for a management position. Candidates will need to be capable of combining a hands-on design role with the daily running of a studio with the ability to stretch into a more global role, enabling the company to align its design capabilities with future international growth strategies.

Applicants will have a design degree or equivalent, solid, well rounded 2D and 3D design capabilities with several years’ experience within a relevant industry. Fluency in Apple Mac based design software applications and Microsoft Office programmes is important with freehand drawing and photography ability an advantage. You will also need the ability to liaise with external 3rd party suppliers, have excellent people management, communication and presentation skills and a strong interest in design trends and innovations. This would suit a proactive, creative individual who has a good understanding of production techniques and designing a product that can be manufactured and who enjoys a rapid and dynamic environment.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company has been designing and building bespoke exhibition stands for over 20 years and has carried out numerous contracts throughout the UK and many projects around the world. Not only do they design custom stands they also build them in-house offering a complete service to their clients. They are currently recruiting for an experienced Exhibition Designer working out of their offices in Kent. They are easily accessible with the high speed train from St Pancras and are close to the M20.

You should be an all-rounder experienced in the design of custom built exhibitions from brief to installation with excellent communication skills and strong client presentation skills. Knowledge of 3D packages is required, they use VectorWorks and 3D Studio and alongside creativity you should also have good technical skills.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

We have filled this vacancy.

This interior design company works for both private clients and developers within the London area. They are currently nearing completion on a very large residential refurbishment project in Hampstead and are about to embark on some new projects which include a hotel with 30 apartments, another large residential property, a pop up shop and a retail outlet all in London. The role will include: site surveys, drawing up of plans and layouts, elevations, building regs and assisting with other aspects of the detailed design work.

You will need good technical drawing and detailing skills and experience on residential projects. Qualifications in Architecture would be particularly of interest as would an interest in Interior Design. You should be literate in VectorWorks with your own computer / laptop and able to work self-employed on a contract basis.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

WE HAVE FILLED THIS VACANCY.

This British based furniture and lighting design and manufacture company have their workshop and office premises in North London. Along with selling to individuals they partner with interior designers, architects and other retail companies to assist in creating unique lighting and furniture for their clients. Every piece is made to order and they offer a finishing and restoration service to the trade. The role will include creating new job briefs using the company software, responding to customer order enquiries, organizing shipping and deliveries, creating purchase orders, liaising with suppliers and assisting in management of daily flow of the workshop. This is a 4 day week role for maternity cover for approximately 9 months.

Degree level or equivalent, you will need at least 1 years’ experience in lighting design manufacture or the luxury goods industry and good international / cultural knowledge. Fluent in English, you should have a smart and professional personal presentation and confident telephone manner. Independent and self-motivated, this role will require a conscientious, calm manner and great attention to detail.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

Client Advert

Colour & Design Consultants are required in London on Permanent or Contract basis. Salary is negotiable and further details are provided below.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a growing design studio and support one of our major blue chip clients who is a market leader in the decorative paints sector, working on a high profile project for this leading brand. You will be managing the delivery of live colour consultancy through social media and other digital channels and will need to ensure everything we show, say and advise is relevant, engaging and increases consumer demand for our client’s products.

The ideal candidate will have an interior design / textile degree or equivalent qualification coupled with experience in a similar role where you will have demonstrated your colour / design expertise and understanding of trends. An applicable understanding of social media is also essential, ideally supported by some experience in customer services, sales or marketing. As for personal qualities, we are looking for flexibility, good organisational skills, the ability to express yourself well in presentations and in writing, as well as commercial acumen.

You will also need experience of working in a colour related capacity, delivering design / colour schemes and managing client relationships. This role is primarily office based at our headquarters and we have full time and part time opportunities with an immediate start date. Some shift / evening / weekend work may be required (hours TBC).

We have filled this vacancy.

Our client has become famed for designing and creating bespoke, luxury bathroom spaces, employing highly talented designers each individually hand drawing their designs and embracing the challenge of creating unique bathrooms that are tailored to individual needs. Their showroom in Hertfordshire is seeking a Junior Bathroom Designer to assist the senior designer with bathroom designs and to greet customers in the showroom. Full training will be provided.

You will need to be articulate, a good communicator, have further qualifications in design and be a creative ideas person with good problem solving skills. You will also need excellent hand drawing and sketching skills and be able to work under pressure.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com

This Interior Design practice works alongside private clients providing an individual, personal service ensuring an uncompromising high standard of design is met. Projects are mainly £4m+ properties within London often requiring considerable building work and gutting out. They are currently seeking an additional designer to assist the team who has experience of the architectural interior elements of residential projects and specification.

With a minimum of 3 years’ experience on high end residential projects you will need to be CAD literate (they use Vectorworks and SketchUp) and be good at detailing and scheduling. An excellent understanding and ability to liaise with suppliers for internal fixtures, fittings and furnishings including lighting, joinery and flooring will also be required and well-presented and confident in front of wealthy clients.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This Company family owned business specialises in the design and manufacture of both cabinet and upholstered furniture and operates in the middle to upper end of the market. As a customer focused business they are rightly proud of their heritage yet utilises and embraces contemporary business practices and solutions. In a dynamic and fast changing industry the company is both ambitious and focused on sustainable growth supported by a relevant and agile infrastructure and are currently looking to fill the key post of Head of Design and Development who will report directly to the CEO and is responsible for the design and development of all their ranges within the business.

They are looking for someone who is passionate and excited about their sector and who is able to demonstrate a proven track record in furniture design. With a keen eye for trends and the marketplace you will have strong concept and visualisation skills, able to sketch ideas by hand. Qualified to degree level in product or furniture design you should be able to show an awareness of both traditional and modern furniture construction methods with an inner confidence and an assertive approach to work.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

6 Month Contract 

This company are currently looking for a newly qualified designer to gain valuable knowledge and experience working in their showroom based in London. This is a 3000 sq.ft. studio, a unique space and resource centre for architects and interior designers which showcases over 300 of the latest products and innovations and provides inspiration, information and space to research. The team offer practical advice to architects, designers, developers and private individuals in the planning and designing of bathrooms and washrooms for any project from luxury hotels to offices and residential properties.

You will be gaining experience by assisting the Manager in general duties within the facility ensuring it has full cover rotation, assisting in the general day to day running of the showroom in order to maximise and increase awareness and usage of their facility, for both internal and external customers.

They are looking for a candidate who is logical and structured, thorough, tenacious, inquisitive has a good eye for detail and is personable. Their requirements include a recent graduate of Interior Design or related course, competent in Photoshop, strong knowledge of CAD and 3D Software and a genuine interest in bathroom design.

Please contact Anetta on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

Client Advert

Our client is looking for an interior designer with a varied and interesting creative portfolio which contains some experience gained in reputable or international design company to join their fast growing company. They are currently working on projects in UK, Russia, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Europe.

Attributes:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Preferably having worked with a reputable or international design company
• University degree in either interior design or architecture
• Self-sufficient & motivated
• Someone who could regularly visit the sites & have enough knowledge to answer queries
• Technical skills in AutoCAD or Vectorworks
• A good understanding of materials, FF&E & overall design
• Someone who has managed or at least been a relevant part of various projects (ideally F&B) from start to finish would be a bonus… Has site experience and can pre-empt issues

If you want to progress and develop in the fast growing company who work with the world best Hotel groups, Restaurant brands and individual restaurants then this is a superb opportunity for you.

If you think you have what it takes to succeed & relevant experience they are waiting to hear from you!