Associate Director

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to lead and inspire a talented team in a dynamic Commercial Interior Design Studio. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on high-profile projects while collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders. With a focus on commercial office design, the ideal candidate will bring 8-10 years of experience, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for mentoring junior designers. Join a creative environment that values innovation and teamwork, and take the next step in your career with a firm known for its strong reputation and commitment to excellence in design.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in interior design, focusing on commercial office.
• Outstanding communication skills and a keen eye for design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects and collaborate with clients to translate their vision.
• Mentor junior team members and maintain project management protocols.

Skills

Interior Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Client Engagement

Design Concept Development

Team Leadership

Business Development

Education

Degree in Interior Design or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

InDesign

Illustrator

SketchUp

Photoshop

Job description

Small in size but large in projects, this Commercial Interior Design Studio is looking for an Associate Director. They have been established in the market for many years and are now looking for someone who is looking to make an impact on the UK market. They work with a number of high profile and well known clients in and around the UK.

Having been working within Commercial office design or Design and Build you’ll be looking for the next stage of your career. Either in taking on a next step up or looking for a change in scenery and environment to join a growing team. You will have experience in working with clients but also looking to get involved in pitches and new business development. You’ll be as comfortable attending industry events as much as new client presentations. Managing a small team you’ll support the Director and be their guide in growing the business in all areas. Working with a lovely team of designers guiding and teaching the more junior members of the team to taking control of projects when required.

Having worked in either a large or small practice you’ll be looking to join and make a big difference whilst maintaining a great company who has a well respected and well known reputation. Ideally your experience will be in Project planning and delivery. An expert team of designers are looking for someone to take the projects on site and project run.

The role will see you working alongside the team and undertake some of the following responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of design projects.
• Collaborate with clients to translate their vision into tangible designs, maintaining an open and engaging line of communication throughout the project.
• Develop comprehensive design plans utilizing tools like Revit, AutoCAD, InDesign, Illustrator, SketchUp, Photoshop, maintaining the highest level of precision and adherence to project requirements.
• Foster a collaborative environment with various project stakeholders including architects and contractors to ensure a seamless execution process.
• Mentor junior design team members, nurturing their growth and fostering an environment of learning and collaboration.
• Maintain stringent project management protocols to adhere to timelines, budgetary constraints, and quality standards.
• Cultivate relationship with suppliers and vendors, leveraging a deep understanding of the specific materials and finishes.
• Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, incorporating innovative concepts and approaches in every project undertaken.
• Attend industry events and engage in and develop new business opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• A minimum of 8-10 years of rich experience in the interior design sector, with a distinct focus on commercial office.
• An experience of high end residential and developer work advantageous.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to present concepts clearly and engage effectively with clients and team members.
• Has a keen detailed eye for developing design concepts.
• Must have UK experience.

This position offers a competitive salary so if you want to start a new adventure, please apply today as this position is not to be missed!