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Interior Designer - London - up to £45,000 (V04293)

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An established Architectural and Interior Design Practice with a strong reputation across both residential and commercial sectors is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join their growing team.
With a full design & build offering, including architectural services, interior design expertise, and a dedicated showroom for furniture, furnishings, accessories, and tiling, this is an exciting opportunity to work on high-quality, design-led projects.

The Role:
Reporting directly to the Design Director, you will take ownership of private client and show home projects, managing the full design process from concept through to installation.

Key Responsibilities are to:

  • Design, source, and deliver high-quality interior schemes tailored to client needs
  • Prepare compelling presentations and mood boards to a high standard and within deadlines
  • Liaise with suppliers and the in-house Customer Service team
  • Prepare pricing, quotations and detailed client budgets
  • Carry out site surveys and measurements as required
  • Attend client meetings, oversee installations and manage on-site fitting teams
  • Build strong ongoing relationships with clients and suppliers

About You:

  • Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in residential interior design
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
  • Strong creative flair with a keen eye for detail
  • Confident presenting to clients with excellent communication skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Solid experience working with fabrics, including measuring, quoting, and proposals
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car (required for site visits and sourcing trips) 

What’s on Offer:

  • £37,000 - £45,000 salary + discretionary performance bonus
  • Staff discount scheme + company events
  • 4 weeks’ holiday + public holidays
  • Company pension scheme

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

Location:
London
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£37,000 - £45,000 per annum
Benefits:
bonus + pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Playground Designer - Cumbria - up to £29,000 (V04290)

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This dynamic, international business designs, manufactures and installs fun, innovative outdoor playground equipment. Their mission is simple: to create exciting, educational play spaces that make children smile all over the world.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking for another creative and enthusiastic Junior Playground Designer to join their team.

About the Playground Designer Role:
Working as part of a collaborative design hub, you’ll play a key role in bringing imaginative playground concepts to life. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Creating thoughtful, accurate CAD layouts and costings, based on client briefs and site information
  • Ensuring all designs meet UK and international safety standards, alongside internal company standards
  • Maintaining clear, accurate and timely CRM records relating to designs and costings
  • Working towards personal, hub and company KPI targets, with a clear understanding of goals and lead times

About You:
This role would suit someone who genuinely gets a buzz out of designing fun, engaging outdoor spaces and wants to see their ideas turned into reality.

  • Experience using AutoCAD
  • Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop (advantageous but not essential)
  • A good working knowledge of Excel and strong numerical skills
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing tight deadlines
  • A self-motivated, organised and creative approach

As this is an office-based role, applicants must live locally or be able to relocate easily.

What’s in It for You?

  • Salary from £25,000 (junior level) up to £29,000, depending on experience
  • Company profit bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Free personalised wellbeing plans
  • Access to high street discounts
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health Cash Plan

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

Location:
Cumbria
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£25,000 - £29,000 per annum
Benefits:
bonus, health plan, EAP
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Junior FF&E Interior Designer - London - up to £34,000 (V04285)

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Our client is a leading international design practice, delivering complete packages from concept through to completion. With studios in London and abroad, they specialise in high-end residential and hospitality interiors across the UK and Middle East. The London office is their Interior Design and FF&E studio, working on prestigious, design-led residential schemes.

The Role
They are looking for a Junior FF&E Interior Designer to join their growing London team. You will work across large-scale, luxury residential projects, assisting with all aspects of FF&E design, scheduling, sourcing and supplier coordination. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to international projects, beautiful design work, and offers strong career development.

Key Responsibilities are to:

  • Help produce detailed FF&E schedules and specifications
  • Source, specify and manage suppliers and manufacturers
  • Assist with value engineering and cost control
  • Attend site visits and inspections
  • Prepare design schemes and presentations

Skills & Experience Required:

  • 1+ year of experience in high-end residential and/or hospitality interiors
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe InDesign
  • Experience in technical drawing and bespoke furniture design
  • Understanding of suppliers and procurement

What’s On Offer:

  • £26,000 - £34,000 salary dependant on experience
  • Pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance
  • Potential to work from home on Fridays

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

Location:
London
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£26,000 - £34,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Interior Designer FF&E - London - up to £44,000 (V04279)

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Our client is a leading international design and engineering practice, delivering complete design packages from concept through to completion. With studios in London and abroad, they specialise in high-end residential and hospitality interiors across the UK and Middle East. The London office is their Interior Design and FF&E studio, working on prestigious, design-led residential schemes.

They are currently looking for an experienced Interior Designer - FF&E to join their growing London team. You will work across large-scale, luxury residential projects, taking responsibility for FF&E design, scheduling, sourcing and supplier coordination. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to international projects, beautiful design work, and offers strong career development.

Key Responsibilities are to:

  • Produce detailed FF&E schedules and specifications
  • Source, specify and manage suppliers and manufacturers
  • Assist with value engineering and cost control
  • Attend site visits and inspections
  • Prepare design schemes and presentations
  • Manage FF&E procurement and reporting throughout projects

Skills & Experience Required:

  • 5+ years’ experience in high-end residential and/or hospitality interiors
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Confident presenting ideas to senior team members
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe InDesign
  • Experience with FF&E software
  • Experience in technical drawing and bespoke furniture design
  • Strong understanding of international suppliers and procurement

What’s On Offer:

  • £40,000 - £44,000 salary
  • Pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance
  • Potential to work from home on Fridays

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

Location:
London
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£40,000 - £44,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension, healthcare
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Upholstery Product Developer - Northamptonshire - up to £32,000 (V04262)

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Working with office furniture resellers, architects and design consultants, this company creates innovative, sustainable solutions for modern workspaces. As demand grows for their beautifully upholstered products - from pods to sofas - they’re expanding their talented product development team.

As an Upholstery Product Developer, you’ll bring creative ideas to life - turning concepts into high-quality, commercially viable products. Collaborating with international design studios and working hands-on in the workshop, you’ll play a key role in every stage of development, from prototype to production.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and refine prototypes, testing comfort, ergonomics, and durability.
  • Source, test, and evaluate upholstery materials, foams, and finishes that meet design and sustainability goals.
  • Carry out upholstery work in the workshop when needed.
  • Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure projects run smoothly from sampling through to production.
  • Continuously improve existing product ranges and explore new opportunities for innovation.

About You

  • Proven experience in upholstery and pattern cutting.
  • Strong knowledge of upholstery construction, foams, textiles and frames.
  • Practical problem-solver with a hands-on, can-do attitude.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Technical drawing or CAD skills (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) desirable.

What’s on Offer

  • Salary between £30,000 - £32,000, with room to grow.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Company pension contribution.
  • The opportunity to collaborate with international design studios on innovative, sustainable furniture projects.

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

If you’re passionate about great design, craftsmanship, and sustainability - and want to be part of a growing, creative team - we’d love to hear from you.

Location:
Northamptonshire
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£30,000 - £32,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Deputy Design Director - Gloucestershire - up to £65,000 (V04247)

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Our client is a British company specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-quality wallpapers and fabrics and known for its unique and artistic designs that often draw inspiration from historical patterns and natural elements.

Working from its base in Gloucestershire, where it has a showroom and a manufacturing facility, the company emphasizes the use of traditional printing techniques along with AVA CAD/CAM to produce their wallpapers and fabrics. They operate vertically ensuring control from initial contact through to final print.

Looking ahead and their plans for growth, they have identified the need to bring in a Deputy Design Director. As the right hand to the Creative Director, you will play a key role in managing projects and collections, keeping up the momentum and introducing a more organised and seamless design process. You will be ensuring that design output meets the highest standards of creativity, innovation, and usability. As this is a newly created role it will evolve around the successful candidate’s skillset.


Other responsibilities include to:

  • Working with the Creative Director on the development of fabric and wallpaper designs
  • Keeping the flow of design development running throughout the year
  • Working with their experienced technician in AVA print software
  • Devising colourways in the company palette
  • Organising and overseeing eventual production


Skills and Experience expected from the Deputy Design Director:

  • Experience from the textile marketplace on design and digital print production
  • Knowledge of printing techniques and ideally AVA CAD/CAM
  • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to creative excellence and innovation

In return they are offering a salary of c£60k and are open to discussing a benefits package on top. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Location:
Gloucestershire
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000 per annum
Benefits:
pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

Kitchen and Joinery Designer - Cheshire - up to £40,000 (V04238)

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This role would suit an individual 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 freestanding and fitted 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 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.
  • 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.

Location:
Cheshire
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Benefits:
commission + pension
Pippa Baker / Principal Consultant
Pippa has worked in the recruitment industry since 1988 and the vast majority of this time has been within the design sector. She graduated from Leeds University in Textile Management and worked at John Heathcote & Sons before changing career direction and has headed a team of consultants and administrators at Careers in Design since 2000. Pippa is a keen artist and squash player.

The interior design industry continues to grow, which is excellent news for us, as the country’s premier recruitment solution for employers and applicants alike. It’s even better news for candidates who register with us and get the benefit of our years of experience and our undivided attention in their search for interior designer jobs.

We count among our corporate clients a large number of retailers, manufacturers, and consultancies who between them cover the entire interior design sector, both at in the UK and overseas.

This wide variety of clients are on the lookout for specialists with an equally broad range of skills and to fulfil a whole spectrum of roles. Our job at Careers in Design is to ensure that we find a job that is suited to the right candidate, regardless of their career history and experience. We have found placements for new entrants, freshly graduated from university, to veterans of the industry, headed for lucrative senior interior designer jobs. Wherever you are in your career path, a member of our experienced and qualified team will take the time to go through your CV in detail, help you present yourself in the best light, and find the position from among the hundreds of vacancies on our books that are not only the best for you right now, but which offers you the best for your future career plans.

As an interior designer, you will be expected to be something of an all-rounder, capable of combining creative flair with technical acumen. Good communication skills will be a must, as you’ll be expected to liaise between the customer and the rest of your design team, pulling together their individual talents into a cohesive project.

Finding interior designer jobs at Careers in Design could not be easier. Simply use the click and drop menu filters at the top of the screen to narrow down your search requirements.

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