Senior Designer - 12-month FTC

Harrods; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrods is seeking a Senior Interior Designer for a 12 month fixed-term contract to deliver luxury interiors from concept to completion on-site in London. You will lead projects, develop design packages, present concepts to clients, and manage budgets and timelines while collaborating with procurement and internal teams.

You will bring substantial experience in luxury design, strong technical skills in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and the Adobe Creative Suite, and a proactive, client-facing approach to

Qualifications

• Proven experience in luxury or high-end interior design.
• Be confident managing projects end-to-end, including budgets and timelines.
• Strong technical skills across AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple design projects from inception to completion.
• Create and oversee high-quality design packages, including technical drawings and specifications.
• Present and communicate design concepts confidently to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to meet commercial targets.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure products are specified accurately and delivered on time.
• Conduct site visits to maintain design integrity and quality standards.
• Oversee bespoke design elements, including FF&E and joinery.
• Mentor junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to support their development.

Skills

Luxury interior design

Project management

Client communication

Technical drawings

Budget management

Team leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Interior Design team are now looking for a Senior Interior Designer to join us on a 12 month fixed term contract. Working on a range of high-end, bespoke projects, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional design from concept through to completion, bringing creativity, precision, and commercial awareness to every stage.

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of luxury interior design projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Reporting to the Design Manager, you’ll oversee projects from concept through to installation, collaborating closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

You will:

• Lead and manage multiple design projects from inception to completion
• Create and oversee high-quality design packages, including technical drawings and specifications
• Present and communicate design concepts confidently to clients and stakeholders
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to meet commercial targets
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure products are specified accurately and delivered on time
• Conduct site visits to maintain design integrity and quality standards
• Oversee bespoke design elements, including FF&E and joinery
• Mentor junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to support their development

This role is fully on site, working 5 out of 7 days per week. Please see our Hybrid@Harrods policy on our Career Site for more information or speak to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

About You

You will be a highly organised and creative Senior Designer with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering luxury interiors. Comfortable managing multiple projects, you’ll bring both a hands‑on design approach and the ability to lead and influence others.

You will:

• Have proven experience in luxury or high‑end interior design
• Be confident managing projects end‑to‑end, including budgets and timelines
• Demonstrate strong technical skills across AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Have excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• Be detail‑oriented, with a proactive and solutions‑focused mindset
• Be comfortable leading projects and supporting junior team members
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a portfolio showcasing relevant luxury and/or high‑end interior design projects. Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought‑after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply.

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.