Associate

Studio 103; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Birthday gifting

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental & grandparental leave

Professional development

Diverse project portfolio

Service & milestone recognition

Volunteer opportunities

Studio culture

Job summary

Studio 103, Brisbane-based award-winning interior design practice, invites an Associate to lead design teams and drive the delivery of high-end projects across commercial, retail and hospitality sectors.

You will work closely with the Design Director to oversee multiple projects, mentor designers, manage client expectations and contribute to the studio’s strategic growth in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Interior Design.
• 7+ years in a senior interior design role across multiple sectors.
• Experience leading project teams on complex design projects.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capability.
• Commercially minded with budget and resource management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker focused on design excellence and studio growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple projects from concept to completion.
• Drive design quality, project performance and delivery across teams.
• Lead, mentor and develop designers.
• Manage client relationships and act as trusted advisor.
• Oversee resourcing, budgets, programmes and QA processes.
• Coordinate consultants and project teams for seamless delivery.
• Contribute to business development and studio growth initiatives.
• Support development of studio processes and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relations

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Team development

Design leadership

Education

Degree in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Studio 103 is an award-winning interior design practice specialising in commercial interiors, with additional experience across retail, government, residential and hospitality. Since 2013, we’ve built a reputation for fresh, sophisticated design that engages and inspires the people who use our spaces.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate to join our Interior Design Team in Brisbane.

As an Associate, you will be a key leader within Studio 103, responsible for driving the successful delivery of projects while leading and developing high-performing design teams. Working closely with the Design Director, you will oversee multiple projects, champion design excellence, foster strong client relationships, and contribute to the strategic growth of the studio.

This role combines design leadership, project oversight, people management, and business development, offering the opportunity to influence both project outcomes and the future direction of the studio.

This role reports directly to the Design Director and plays a critical role in mentoring team members, maintaining quality standards, and supporting Studio 103's continued success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee multiple projects from concept through to completion.
• Drive design quality, project performance and delivery outcomes across project teams.
• Lead, mentor and develop designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project resourcing, budgets, programmes and quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate consultants, stakeholders and project teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Contribute to business development, networking opportunities and studio growth initiatives.
• Support the development of studio processes, standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You:

• Degree qualified in Interior Design or a related discipline.
• 7+ years' experience in a senior interior design position across commercial, workplace, retail, hospitality and/or residential sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams and delivering complex design projects.
• Strong people leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Commercially minded with experience managing project budgets, resources and client expectations.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office 365.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• A strategic thinker who is passionate about design excellence, business growth and team success.

Why work for Studio 103?

We believe exceptional design comes from an inspired and supported team. We offer:

• Flexible working – practical arrangements that help you balance work and life.
• Birthday gifting – choose from four curated gift packs sourced from socially responsible suppliers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support for team members and their immediate families.
• Paid parental & grandparental leave .
• Professional development – structured reviews and individual development plans, with access to training and internal programs.
• Diverse project portfolio – a mix of small, large and high end, fast-paced projects that encourage hands-on growth.
• Service & milestone recognition .
• Volunteer opportunities – contribute to the community through causes you care about.
• A fun , supportive and passionate studio culture .

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer.

First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.

We recognise that individual differences bring a variety of perspectives, approaches, and talents to the workplace.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position.