Interior Designer - FF&E

HARRISON PURSEY MEDIA SPECIALISTS; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality design studio in London seeks a Midweight FF&E Designer to contribute to high-end restaurant projects. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in hospitality design and possess strong skills in Excel and Adobe Creative Suite. You will collaborate on design concepts, manage procurement and installations, and develop detailed FF&E schedules. This busy role requires creativity, organization, and excellent communication skills. Travel to various restaurant locations may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in hospitality design projects with a leading creative studio.
• Knowledge of project delivery and running is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on unique design concepts through mood boards and FF&E suggestions.
• Research and source the best suppliers.
• Create detailed FF&E schedules.
• Manage FF&E procurement and installations.

Skills

Highly proficient in Excel

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign)

Freehand sketching or knowledge of Sketchup

Basic level of AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Are you a midweight FF&E Designer with experience of working on high end creative projects in the hospitality sector?

If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the in-house studio of this successful and hugely popular restaurant group and work on iconic and highly creative projects, creating the coolest spaces in the world!! Their style is high end, detailed, fun and very creative, with lots of vintage and bespoke pieces and unique designs for each of their restaurants.

With new openings scheduled in 7 countries in the next 3 years, this is an exciting time to join and be involved in the growth and success of the company, as well as having scope for personal development and growth.

Experience required

Experience required :

3+ years experience, ideally with a leading creative studio, working on restaurant /hospitality design projects. A knowledge and understanding of the running and delivery of projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• The FF&E Designer will work with the Lead Senior ID designers and FF&E Associate on several projects simultaneously to achieve the following :
• Collaborate in the presentation of a strong, unique design concept through mood boards and kick-ass FF&E suggestions.
• Source, suggest and research the BEST suppliers and content for the job. Have a thirst to meet new people and find the gems.
• Get stuck into the detail with an eagle eye.
• Create highly detailed, accurate FF&E Schedules showcasing FF&E (furniture, curtains, lighting, artwork and accessories).
• Manage in the coordination of all FF&E procurement, adhering to budget, timelines & technicalities through to deliveries and install.
• Attend overseas site visits and meet suppliers.
• Manage global project installations, dressing and styling.

Skills

• o Highly proficient in Excel
• o Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign)
• o Freehand sketching or knowledge of Sketchup (desirable)
• o A basic level of AutoCAD (desirable)

Abilities

• o Exceptional eye for colour, texture, finish and fittings that complete an Instagram worthy-interior space.
• o Have a knowledge and passion for design, art and materials across different eras, regions and fashions.
• o Highly organised and detailed with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• o Work well under pressure and to deadlines, either on your own or as part of a team.
• o Pragmatic with good problem-solving skills.
• o Good initiative as well as an ability to follow instructions.

This is a very busy, hands-on role which will suit somebody who is genuinely hard working and creative and who can hit the ground running. Working as part of a friendly and collaborative team, your input and ideas will be expected and welcomed - the studio has a unique ethos and style which will require you to be confident and bold in your work, with conviction in your ideas.

Start date: ASAP

Location: Soho, London + travelling to their restaurants as required

Please include a portfolio with your CV and please only apply if you have the required experience.