Lead Interior Designer - Dubai

Linkedin; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global design firm in Dubai is seeking a Lead Interior Designer. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience and a strong portfolio showcasing independent project management. In this position, you will develop and lead the Interior Design division, manage a multicultural team, and serve as the primary client liaison. Excellent communication skills are essential for success. The firm offers opportunities for growth and development within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in interior design.
• Strong portfolio of independent project management.
• Experience managing multicultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up the full programme during project kickoff.
• Develop and lead the Interior Design division.
• Attend meetings and draft notes and actions.
• Concept presentation and review deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client liaison

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (desirable)

Job description

My client is one of the most renowned global design firms currently involved on a number of exciting projects within Hospitality MixedUse and Residential sectors. As part of their continued development and due to an urgent need to recruit specialist staff we are assisting the client on several key hires to help support the continued growth of the business. Their most pressing requirement is a Lead Interior Designer in Dubai. We are looking for candidates with proven track record and a strong portfolio of being able to run projects independently and manage the ID department.

Key Activities (But not limited to)

• Setting up the full programme during project kick off
• Developing and leading the Interior Design division and providing full direction
• Attending meetings and drafting notes and actions of meetings
• Concept presentation and reviewing deliverables on project basis
• Client liaison
• Overseeing submissions for building permit and Civil Defence with the support of the team
• Involvement and reviewing design information
• Schematic design development with design team

Key Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience
• Must have a Bachelors qualification (Masters degree highly desirable)
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong portfolio of projects
• Must be able to manage multicultural team and motivated to help the business achieve its objectives
• Good communication skills

If you are interested in working for an excellent established organisation with opportunities to progress further please click the APPLY button and I will be in touch. Due to the volume of applicants only those successful and meet the criteria will be contacted.