Furniture Designer Jobs & Careers

This company is on the look-out for an individual with great experience from the product development sector, ideally lighting or furniture, to take on the role of Design Manager for a 16-month full-time maternity cover role.

Our client creates beautiful furniture, lighting, fabrics and wallpapers through collaborations with a network of the finest craftspeople in Britain. Their designs combine responsibly sourced, high-quality materials and superb workmanship to ensure they endure for generations.

Supporting the Creative Director you will be responsible for leading the development of innovative and manufacturable furniture and lighting designs from the initial concept through to production handover. This role ensures that design intent is effectively translated into functional, high-quality designs that align to company objectives, while meeting the NPD timelines, technical requirements, and stakeholders' expectations.

A full job spec will be sent out to all applicants that show the following:

• A Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience
• A Degree in Design or a related field
• Relevant knowledge and understanding of UK standards and legislations
• A driving licence is essential as there will be a requirement for visiting workshops
• Able to work to deadlines with strong planning, prioritisation, and time management skills
• Able to demonstrate a genuine interest in environmental innovation and sustainability, particularly in the interiors sector

In return they offer:

• A generous negotiable salary which can be discussed with the recruiter before you decide whether to proceed
• 22 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) plus additional days off for Birthdays and Christmas
• Pension, Healthcare, Car and Cycle to Work Benefit Schemes
• Full Travel expenses paid when visiting the workshops and the other office
• The choice of working from their London or Leicester offices

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

This company is on the look-out for an individual with great experience from the product development sector, ideally lighting or furniture, to take on the role of Design Manager for a 16-month full-time maternity cover role.

Our client creates beautiful furniture, lighting, fabrics and wallpapers through collaborations with a network of the finest craftspeople in Britain. Their designs combine responsibly sourced, high-quality materials and superb workmanship to ensure they endure for generations.

Supporting the Creative Director you will be responsible for leading the development of innovative and manufacturable furniture and lighting designs from the initial concept through to production handover. This role ensures that design intent is effectively translated into functional, high-quality designs that align to company objectives, while meeting the NPD timelines, technical requirements, and stakeholders' expectations.

A full job spec will be sent out to all applicants that show the following:

• A Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience
• A Degree in Design or a related field
• Relevant knowledge and understanding of UK standards and legislations
• A driving licence is essential as there will be a requirement for visiting workshops
• Able to work to deadlines with strong planning, prioritisation, and time management skills
• Able to demonstrate a genuine interest in environmental innovation and sustainability, particularly in the interiors sector

In return they offer:

• A generous negotiable salary which can be discussed with the recruiter before you decide whether to proceed
• 22 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) plus additional days off for Birthdays and Christmas
• Pension, Healthcare, Car and Cycle to Work Benefit Schemes
• Full Travel expenses paid when visiting the workshops and the other office
• The choice of working from their London or Leicester offices

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a creative, client-focused environment. You’ll be at the forefront of our client’s business, working with a team of passionate professionals who specialise in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality bespoke interiors for both residential and commercial projects.

As a Designer, your primary responsibility will be to create and design high-quality bespoke furniture that matches clients' exact specifications, blending design flair with practicality. You’ll work closely with clients, ensuring their needs are met every step of the way, from initial concept through to successful project completion.

Key responsibilities for the Designer include to:

• Be the face of the company, building and nurturing relationships with clients, ensuring that all communication is clear, professional, and timely.
• Produce creative, functional designs that are both beautiful and practical. Attention to detail is essential in this role.
• Manage your projects, from initial designs to final installation, ensuring deadlines are met, budgets are adhered to, and clients are delighted.
• Work seamlessly with the rest of the design and production team, ensuring smooth project delivery and high standards.

Skills and Experience needed for the Designer role:

• Accuracy is key, as their clients expect flawless designs.
• You’ll be working with a variety of clients, so your ability to connect with people is essential.
• A strong design eye with the ability to create bespoke solutions that match the client’s brief.
• You’ll need to be comfortable with spreadsheets, emails, and documentation.
• Experience in high-end bespoke design is highly desirable.
• CAD knowledge is a plus but not a must.

What they can offer in return:

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per year basic + uncapped commission.
Career Development: Opportunities for growth and progression as the company continues to expand.
Benefits: Private medical and dental insurance, company pension, and regular company events.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is one of the leading providers of bespoke furniture and architectural joinery. They specialise in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality bespoke interiors for both residential and commercial projects. Over the years they have built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach, working with high-net-worth clients and renowned interior designers, architects, and builders.

They are currently looking for an experienced Estimator to be responsible for accurately estimating the cost of projects, ensuring their designs and manufacturing processes meet budget expectations while maintaining the quality the company is known for. The successful candidate will be working closely with the designers and project managers to provide timely and precise costings for a range of bespoke furniture and architectural joinery projects.

Key Responsibilities include to:

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for bespoke furniture and joinery projects, including materials, labour, and overhead costs.
• Assist in the preparation of tender submissions for larger projects.
• Monitor project costs and ensure that they stay within budget. 
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, products, and materials.
• Track and analyse actual costs against estimates to identify any variances and inform future estimation processes.
• Provide regular reports on project costings, budget progress and any issues that may affect profitability.

Skills and Experience needed for the role of Estimator:

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the building, furniture and joinery industries.
• Excellent understanding of cost breakdowns, material costs, labour estimates and project budgeting.
• Familiarity with estimating software and spreadsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in cost calculations.
• Good communication skills with the ability to engage with both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Problem-solving ability and the capacity to find cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm. They are open to the candidate working from their London or Cheshire locations with the possibility of a hybrid arrangement. In return they can offer:
£45,000 - £55,000 per year plus company pension and private medical and dental insurance. Company events and cycle to work scheme.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Well-known for creating finely detailed commercial furniture for the workplace, our client are currently seeking a Product Designer to work on a variety of prestigious and challenging projects as part of their internal design team. The role will require close communication with the client, design and production team so you will be working mainly in the office with the occasional need to travel for site surveys. 

The role is full-time with flexible start and end times offered and the possibility to work I day per week at home.

The successful applicant will be responsible for taking ownership of projects working on front end concept drawings and renders through to elevations, GA’s and production ready drawings for the workshop and  CNC machines. Also helping to refine value engineering and new solutions to the drawing and production process.

They are hoping to find someone with a balance between the creative and production / technical design. Less of a ‘Design Engineer’ behind the scenes with a leaning toward joinery, furniture and woodwork.

Skills and experience needed for the Product Designer:

• Ideally at least 3 years’ experience from the furniture manufacturing sector
• Strong drawing and technical detailing skills
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills
• SolidWorks is essential, AutoCAD and Adobe CS an advantage but not a necessity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Salary will be in the region of £36k to £42k, depending on experience and ability plus a contributory pension, bonus scheme paid quarterly, standard holidays and cycle to work scheme. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

• Using AutoCAD for technical drawings and design work
• Facilitating the development of sign-off, setting out, procurement and production of furniture, including cabinetry, metal elements, stone elements and other custom materials and features
• Mechanical and electrical drawings and installation drawings to aid site trades
• Liaising with the design team and project managers
• Working with private clients, architects, developers and interior designers
• Occasional travel mostly to the showroom / studio in London and often to project sites, in order to attend meetings and to carry out site surveys and checks

• A good understanding of high-end custom furniture
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience
• Fluent in 2D AutoCAD
• Experience in 3D work and 3D visualisation is a bonus but not essential
• A proactive person with a 'self-starter' attitude and strong time-management skills
• Own car and Driving Licence

 To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

• Scenic and paint knowledge, carpentry and construction skills would be useful
• Good time keeping and communication skills, and be able to work with an adaptable, flexible and accommodating attitude
• Proactive with an enthusiastic, self-motivated and positive disposition and must be able to work well as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills along with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• IT competent, ideally able to use AutoCAD
• Knowledge of CNC and Laser cutting would be useful
• Driving licence

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.

• Private healthcare
• Wellness programmes
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to us at recruit@careersindesign.com.