Lead Interior Design Manager

IKEA; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishing retailer in Bletchley is seeking an experienced Interior Design Team Leader to drive the design strategy and inspire the team. Candidates must have strong leadership skills and a background in interior design, along with expertise in design software. The role involves managing customer insights to create appealing home furnishing solutions while ensuring an innovative and supportive workplace. Flexible work arrangements and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

15% discount portal

Life assurance (4× pay)

Enhanced pension contributions

Free healthy meal option

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in home furnishing retail.
• Strong knowledge of design software and interior design principles.
• Ability to develop action plans and provide clear direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Interior Design team to inspire customers.
• Translate customer insights into home furnishing solutions.
• Recruit and develop design co-workers for optimal team performance.

Skills

Leadership in retail

Interior design experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Interior design education

Tools

Autodesk REVIT

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading home furnishing retailer in Bletchley is seeking an experienced Interior Design Team Leader to drive the design strategy and inspire the team. Candidates must have strong leadership skills and a background in interior design, along with expertise in design software. The role involves managing customer insights to create appealing home furnishing solutions while ensuring an innovative and supportive workplace. Flexible work arrangements and various employee benefits are offered.