Senior Interior Designer

Supporting the Design Director, you will lead on a range of high-end luxury projects whilst also providing leadership and guidance to a small team of more junior Interior Designers and Interior Architects, collectively producing outstanding and award-winninginterior design projects for a broad range of discerning clients across the UK and further afield.

You will be required to have face to face meetings with clients, suppliers, and contractors throughout the interior design process, from presenting initial concepts and overseeing the entire design process right through to our installation service. For thisreason it is an essential requirement to demonstrate a high-level of creative skills and a strong ability to curate FF&E as well as fluency in Auto-CAD and developing technical drawing packages - you will be an 'all-rounder’. You will have excellent communicationand organisational skills which will allow you to inspire clients and colleagues.

Extensive experience within the luxury interiors industry is a must for this role, you will preferably demonstrate that you have a strong residential design background.

It is vital that you are a strong conceptual designer who can translate and communicate ideas effectively through strong technical visuals including; hand-sketches, drawing packs, layouts, internal sections, elevations and joinery detailing. You will havean eye for colour and texture with an exacting attention to detail. You will not be afraid to push the boundaries in luxury design with a modern and contemporary approach.

You must recognise the importance of delivering a high-end bespoke service to our clients, experience of working with HNW individuals within a design context would be beneficial.

We are a studio-centric company recognising the value in teamwork and collaboration to enhance the learning and cohesion of a project.

This will be a full-time permanent position, working between Monday and Friday, 9am-5pm from our beautiful studio in Bawtry.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
Qualified to degree or equivalent level/experience within Interior Design or Architecture to a 2:1 standard or above.

Highly proficient in working with AutoCad & Adobe Suites.

Proficient in producing technical drawings.

High-level ability to communicate and a natural ability to lead others, demonstrating confidence in pitching an idea, and also being able to handle difficult conversations with tactfulness and grace.

Strong industry relevant commercial awareness and ideally have experience and confidence with negotiating fees.

Proficient in working with Estimac or similar project management software.

Proficient in working with Apple Mac systems.

Full UK drivers licence with access to own vehicle.

Have at least 5 years post-qualification experience within the residential sector of Interior Design and Architecture and have held a middleweight position for a minimum of 2 years.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
To join our team you must be able to showcase an extensive portfolio of relevant experience but also be able to demonstrate the following:
Expert technical aptitude.

Working collaboratively with a can-do attitude.

An understanding of how design affects the senses.

A creative and vibrant personality.

Ambition to succeed within a high-end, luxury design company.

A willingness to work outside of contracted hours when required.

A strong sense of accountability and ownership.

An ability to adapt whilst working logically, clearly and concisely.

WHAT RACHEL USHER INTERIOR DESIGN WILL OFFER YOU:
Dependent on relevant industry experience, the salary is negotiable.

We will always ensure that you are able to take time off to spend with friends and family, providing a generous 32 days holiday per year

We will provide you with your own dedicated workstation and top-specification equipment within our thoughtfully considered space - where we truly practice what we preach. Our studio is designed with the same thoughtful processes as our clients projects,providing a positive atmosphere for all members of our studio team.

After successful completion of a probationary period you will be included in our private medical health insurance scheme.

We’ll help you save for the future with our competitive company pension scheme.

We will always be committed to upholding our company values - celebrating individuality and diversity.