Hospitality Interior Design Lead — Flexible Work & Growth

Sani/Ikos Group; Madrid; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Private health insurance

Flexible working model

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Madrid is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to support design processes and manage external consultants. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of architectural design experience, particularly in hospitality projects, and a strong proficiency in industry-standard design tools like AutoCAD and Photoshop. This role offers a competitive remuneration package, private health insurance, and a flexible working model, all within a dynamic team committed to growth and community.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in architectural design with hospitality focus.
• Strong understanding of design development process and material specifications.
• Proven experience working with multidisciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Interior Design Manager in overseeing design processes.
• Manage external design consultants and lead workshops.
• Create mood boards, sketches, and CAD drawings in collaboration with the team.
• Conduct site visits to ensure quality and alignment with design vision.
• Coordinate with internal teams for project phases.
• Assist in preparation of design presentations and documentation.

Skills

Architectural design

Hospitality projects

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project documentation

Client presentation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

InDesign

Microsoft Office

3ds Max

SketchUp

Rhino

Job description

Who do you want to become?

Department

Design

Location - Workplace type

Madrid

Employment type

Permanent

Who do you want to become?

Are you our Future Leader? Are you ready to realize your potential? Are you searching for a real purpose, not “just another job”?

At the Sani/Ikos Group we take hospitality very seriously. As we expand with new Resort openings almost annually, our core purpose remains the same; encouraging guests to experience the Μagic of togetherness as the World’s Leading Family & Beach ResortTM.

Whether you’re looking for a strong career path in the hospitality industry, to learn new skills that will set you apart from the competition or to develop meaningful relationships and grow personally and professionally, our safe, strong, and sustainable environment might just be the perfect place for you.

Your main purpose

Provide support to the Senior Interior Design Manager by supervising design processes prepared by outsourced Architecture and Design studios for new Group projects; manage external design consultants, providing clear input on their deliverables, both at the conceptual stage and through detailed reviews of technical and construction drawing packages; support consultants during deliverables, leading workshops and contributing design ideas related to materials, layouts, and construction solutions.

Design, plan, develop, and conceptualize interior design ideas for in-house projects; develop visual and technical documentation including mood boards, hand sketches, CAD drawings, Photoshop work, and 3D models, in collaboration with the internal design team.

Support the Design Department in the development of the Group Design Guidelines, to be used by external and internal teams in all future projects; research and create FF&E designs and presentations, including bespoke furniture concepts and detailing in coordination with the specifications team.

Carry out site visits to oversee construction progress; review and comment on material samples, mock-ups, and site implementations to ensure quality and alignment with design vision; ensure compliance with target schedules and budgets, understanding the implications of design decisions and proposals, and maintaining close coordination with cross-functional teams.

Manage workload and priorities to meet project deadlines and support the coordination of team efforts; collaborate closely with internal teams (Architecture, Procurement, Development, Operations) to ensure design intent is maintained throughout all project phases.

Assist in the preparation of presentations and design documentation for internal and external stakeholders; stay updated on industry trends, materials, and innovations in hospitality design.

What will you bring?

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture.

Minimum of 7 years’ experience in architectural design, with a focus on hospitality projects; strong understanding of the concept and design development process, project documentation, and material specifications.

Proven experience working with hotel operators, consultants, and multidisciplinary design teams; strong interpersonal and communication skills, with excellent client presentation ability.

Ability to work under pressure, prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment; full professional proficiency in English (interview will be conducted in English).

International experience on similar-scale projects will be valued.

Proficient in industry-standard design software: AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office; 3D software (3ds Max, SketchUp, Rhino, etc.) is a plus.

What we offer

Team

Becoming a member of an organization that cares about its people, the environment, and the local communities.

Grow

Have room to grow and develop via numerous opportunities for learning, professional development, and career advancement.

Care

Competitive remuneration package.

Private health insurance

Flexible working model