Interior Design Manager

Ralph Lauren Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury fashion design company is seeking an experienced designer for their Architecture and Design Studio in Greater London. This role is responsible for curating and managing decorative elements that reflect the brand's vision across retail spaces. Candidates should have a background in interior design, excellent project management skills, and proficiency with design software. The position provides an opportunity to lead innovative projects and collaborate with various teams to create inspiring retail environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in interior design or luxury retail.
• Strong organizational and proactive project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present innovative design concepts.
• Research and select decorative elements aligning with the brand.
• Manage lifecycle of decorative items from procurement to installation.
• Collaborate with architecture and merchandising teams.
• Maintain archives of decorative materials.
• Lead store installations and renovation projects.
• Oversee project budgets.
• Build vendor relationships for cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Interior design background

Organizational capabilities

Project management

Building collaborative relationships

Technical proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Relevant education in interior design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

Responsible for the selection, coordination and installation of all decorative elements for Ralph Lauren Architecture and Design Studio. Collaborates with the Ralph Lauren Architecture and Design Studio team to curate, coordinate, and implement decorative elements that bring our brand vision to life across retail spaces, while demonstrating functional expertise in design and project management. This position supports the Ralph Lauren vision by creating inspiring retail environments while maintaining operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present innovative design concepts through inspiration boards
• Research, source, and select decorative elements that align with brand aesthetic
• Manage decorative items lifecycle from procurement through installation
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with architecture, store design, merchandising, and visual teams
• Maintain comprehensive archives of decorative materials and project specifications
• Lead new store decorative installations and renovation projects
• Develop and oversee project budgets
• Build and maintain vendor relationships to ensure cost‑effective solutions

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Interior design background through education and/or relevant work experience
• Minimum 3 full strategic performance cycles experience in interior design or store development luxury retail or high-end residential
• Strong organizational and proactive project management capabilities
• Technical proficiency in:
  • Architectural/construction drawing interpretation
  • Space planning and layout visualization
  • Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
  • AutoCAD and/or SketchUp (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Lead multiple projects in a dynamic environment
  • Source and evaluate decorative elements
  • Build collaborative relationships across teams