Mid-Weight Interior Designer

Sims Hilditch; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday

Studio closures

Early finish Fridays

Staff discounts

Birthday day off

Professional development

Enhanced maternity pay

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Sims Hilditch is seeking a Mid-Weight Interior Designer with 2–3 years' experience to join our luxury residential and commercial studio teams between the Cotswolds and London. You will work closely with Design Leads to translate briefs into high-quality design packages, manage your own projects, and present proposals to clients.

You will source materials, coordinate with suppliers and contractors, and contribute to a collaborative studio environment while maintaining attention to detail across

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Auto CAD, In Design, Photoshop, Sketchup, Microsoft Office.
• Free hand sketching a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, pro-active with ability to take initiative.
• Good team player, both assisting and supporting team members.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Knowledgeable and passionate about design, with a strong understanding of materials and heritage buildings, and a keen eye for detail.
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative design projects, independently and alongside the other design team members.
• Translate design concepts and client briefs into detailed presentations and supporting documentation.
• Confidently communicate the design with the client to ensure a smooth sign off process.
• Responsible for research and selection of appropriate materials that fit within the concept design brief and budget.
• Build supplier relationships and look for creative and sustainable new approaches.
• Confidence in working on all project stages in line with RIBA structure.
• Liaise and coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, and the wider professional project teams during all stages of the project.
• Attend client and site meetings, presenting ideas alongside senior design team members and independently.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Support the business in its day-to-day functions, mentoring junior members of the team when needed.

Skills

Auto CAD

InDesign

Photoshop

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Mid-Weight Interior Designer with a minimum of 2 - 3 years’ experience, in the luxury residential and commercial sectors, to work between our Cotswolds and London studio. The ideal candidate will be confident, technically proficient, and capable of working closely with the Design Leads and specialist interior team to help shape the overall vision for each project. You will also be expected to manage your own clients and projects, working closely with other project team members to drive strong project performance. The role involves delivering high-quality interior design projects from concept through to completion, translating client briefs into creative and detailed design solutions. You will prepare and present design proposals, manage material and finish selections, and oversee the development of bespoke furniture design packages. Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and contractors is essential, as is the ability to proactively resolve design challenges and contribute to a collaborative studio environment.

Why Work at Sims Hilditch

Sims Hilditch is a leading name in the luxury interior design industry. We're not just about creating beautiful spaces; we're dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences and delivering excellence to our clients. Based in state-of-the-art studios, we are a friendly and collaborative team that works on a wide variety of high-end interior design projects across the UK and overseas. We are a multi-disciplinary studio made up of interior designers and dedicated procurement teams. Sims Hilditch was recently named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inspiring work environment.

What we're looking for

• Deliver creative design projects, independently and alongside the other design team members
• Translate design concepts and client briefs into detailed presentations and supporting documentation
• Confidently communicate the design with the client to ensure a smooth sign off process.
• Responsible for research and selection of appropriate materials that fit within the concept design brief and budget.
• Build supplier relationships and look for creative and sustainable new approaches.
• Confidence in working on all project stages in line with RIBA structure
• Liaise and coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, and the wider professional project teams during all stages of the project
• Attend client and site meetings, presenting ideas alongside senior design team members and independently
• Ability to problem solve
• Support the business in its day-to-day functions, mentoring junior members of the team when needed.

Experience & Qualifications

Key Skills Required:

• Proficiency in Auto CAD, In Design, Photoshop, Sketchup, Microsoft Office.
• Free hand sketching a bonus but not essential
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, pro-active with ability to take initiative
• Good team player, both assisting and supporting team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Knowledgeable and passionate about design, with a strong understanding of materials and heritage buildings, and a keen eye for detail
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence.

Social and Environmental Responsibility:

• Social Impact: Actively contribute to initiatives promoting social equity, diversity, and inclusion at workplace and in our community. Support the company’s efforts in community engagement and considered sourcing.
• Environmental Stewardship: Play your part in helping achieve the company’s sustainability goals by implementing environmentally friendly practices. Identify opportunities to minimise the environmental impact of business activities, such as reducing waste, energy consumption, and promoting sustainable resource management.
• Accountability: Collaborate across teams to develop and implement strategies that improve the company’s social and environmental impact.
• Advocacy & Influence: Act as a champion for positive change by promoting and embedding social and environmental responsibility across the business. Inspire colleagues, share best practices, and advocate for initiatives that drive meaningful impact.

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be required from time to time within the changing environment of a growing business alongside a flexible approach to work.

• Up to 22 days of annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
• Studio closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Early finish Fridays from June to August, and in December.
• Staff discounts offered by many suppliers.
• Birthday day off in addition to your annual holiday allowance.
• Christmas present and birthday present from Sims Hilditch.
• Professional development to support and strengthen you in your role.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Refer a friend scheme.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At Sims Hilditch, we know that a diverse workforce enriches any creative practice and comprises of people from all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, and religion. We also recognise the moral, economic and social reasons to make diversity, inclusion, and equality central to our work.

As has been highlighted by the work of United in Design, there has been a lack of diversity within the UK interior design profession to date. Sims Hilditch know there is more to do, and we are keen to listen. Our ambition is to help remove the barriers to entry and progression in the profession through greater equality across our work and improved recruitment and training of our staff. That includes widening our search when recruiting new team members and ensuring that any job we advertise underlines the fact that it is open to everyone.