Senior Interior Designer

Elliot Scott Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Dubai seeks a Senior Interior Designer to lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring creative excellence and technical accuracy. You will manage client presentations and guide junior designers while collaborating closely with teams and suppliers to deliver high-quality work. Ideal candidates have at least 8 years of experience with a strong portfolio in residential and hospitality design. Proficiency in design software is essential for this senior-level role.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on high-quality design-led projects

Senior-level role with leadership responsibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years professional experience, preferably within Dubai or the wider GCC.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating residential and/or hospitality projects.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept design, space planning and mood board development.
• Manage client presentations, design reviews and approval processes.
• Guide, mentor and review the work of junior and intermediate designers.

Skills

Project management

Design leadership

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

3ds Max

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

As a Senior Interior Designer you will lead interior design projects from concept through to completion ensuring creative excellence and technical accuracy throughout. This is a senior client-facing role requiring strong leadership, a refined design vision and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

You will collaborate closely with internal design CAD and visualisation teams as well as external consultants and suppliers to deliver high-quality residential and hospitality projects in line with established design standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead concept design, space planning and mood board development
• Prepare and oversee design documentation, drawings and specifications
• Manage client presentations, design reviews and approval processes
• Guide, mentor and review the work of junior and intermediate designers
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors and consultants to ensure design intent is maintained
• Oversee materials, finishes and FF&E selection
• Ensure projects are delivered with high levels of quality, accuracy, creativity and attention to detail
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years professional experience, preferably within Dubai or the wider GCC
• Strong portfolio demonstrating residential and/or hospitality projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, 3ds Max and Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent design sensibility with strong detailing and FF&E knowledge
• Strong communication, presentation and leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and work effectively under pressure

Benefits

• Salary: AED (depending on experience and portfolio)
• Opportunity to work on high-quality design-led projects
• Senior-level role with leadership responsibility