FF&E Designer

Wendover Development Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendover Development Limited is seeking an intermediate FF&E interior designer to join their London office. This role focuses on leading design and procurement services for high-end residential and commercial projects, ensuring exceptional quality and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience and strong capabilities in project management, sourcing vintage pieces, and delivering sophisticated client presentations. This dynamic role offers opportunities for growth and expansion within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in FF&E design and procurement.
• Ability to attend site visits and client meetings throughout London.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end FF&E design and procurement across multiple projects.
• Source furniture, lighting, textiles, and art from various suppliers.
• Manage procurement logistics and oversee installation phases.

Skills

Project management

Procurement skills

Historical and contemporary furniture design knowledge

Sourcing vintage and antique pieces

Client presentation skills

Basic CAD

Tools

Excel

EstiPC/EstiMac

Programa

Fohlio

ArchiCAD

Job description

Wendover Studio is hiring for an intermediate FF&E interior designer, based out of our London office. This role will be dedicated to leading Wendover’s FF&E design and procurement services, working on a range of furniture, decor, and styling projects in high-end residential homes, offices, restaurants, galleries, and residential developments in both London and overseas. In the long-term, the right candidate would be able to help expand Wendover’s FF&E & bespoke furnishings business line, including commercial arrangements and new business development.

Requirements

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in FF&E design and procurement, with a focus on high-end residential
• Very strong delivery, project management and procurement skills
• Strong knowledge of the historical and contemporary furniture design canon
• Experience working with and sourcing vintage and antique pieces in particular
• Experienced in and capable of sophisticated client presentations & management
• Ability to attend site visits and client meetings throughout London
• Experience working in project management/procurement software such as Excel, EstiPC/EstiMac, Programa, Fohlio, etc.
• Basic CAD skills required for space planning, with a preference for ArchiCAD
• Passionate about architecture, design, and decor
• Highly organized, with excellent time management skills and the ability to triage work
• Pro-active problem-solver
• Polite, friendly, diplomatic, and discreet

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end FF&E design and procurement across a portfolio of concurrent high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial projects — from initial concept through to installation and snagging
• Develop comprehensive FF&E schedules, specifications, and budgets, maintaining accuracy across all versions and revisions
• Source furniture, lighting, textiles, art, accessories, and decorative objects from trade suppliers, galleries, auction houses, antique dealers, and bespoke makers — with a particular emphasis on identifying exceptional vintage and one-off pieces
• Prepare and present polished mood boards, concept presentations, and FF&E proposals to clients, incorporating visualisations, sample boards, and cost summaries
• Manage procurement logistics end-to-end: issue purchase orders, track lead times, coordinate with suppliers and freight/logistics partners, manage delivery scheduling, and oversee white-glove installation
• Maintain transparent, up-to-date procurement trackers and client-facing cost reports throughout the lifecycle of each project
• Coordinate with the architectural team to ensure FF&E selections are fully integrated with broader design intent, material palette, and spatial layouts
• Collaborate with the Wendover Studio design team to develop bespoke furniture and object designs — from initial concept sketching and design development through to supplier identification, prototyping, sampling, and final production approval
• Build and maintain strong relationships with a wide network of suppliers, makers, galleries, and dealers — expanding and refining Wendover’s trade contacts over time
• Support and manage client relationships with professionalism and discretion, acting as the primary point of contact for FF&E-related queries, approvals, and decisions
• Oversee site visits during installation phases, ensuring all pieces are placed, styled, and finished to the highest standard
• Manage junior team members or freelance support as required, providing clear briefs, direction, and quality oversight
• Contribute to the development of Wendover’s FF&E service offering, including fee structures, procurement processes, supplier agreements, and internal workflows
• Support new business development efforts by contributing to pitches, preparing capability materials, and identifying opportunities to extend FF&E services to existing and prospective clients
• Stay closely attuned to the contemporary design market — attending trade fairs, gallery openings, auctions, and showroom events to maintain current knowledge of product, pricing, and trends