Senior Interior Designer, Hospitality

Canvas Careers; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established design firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Designer to lead hotel projects from concept to completion. This role requires a minimum of 6 years of experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and SketchUp. The candidate will oversee design development, manage client communications, and mentor junior team members. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in design, specifically in hotel projects.
• Ability to produce clear visual narratives and confident sketches.
• Strong organisational skills and proactive problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from concept to completion as project lead.
• Direct design development and manage client communication.
• Coordinate with consultants and resolve design issues.

Skills

Concept design

Client relationship building

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Studio

This established design practice is recognised for refined, narrative-driven interiors across hospitality and commercial sectors, delivering thoughtful, well-crafted spaces with strong technical and creative integrity.

The Opportunity

As a senior designer and project lead, you will oversee projects from concept to completion, directing design development, managing client communication, and guiding junior team members. Hotel experience is essential, with the ability to apply sector-specific standards across both creative and technical stages.

The Candidate

• Prepare concept design for director review, producing clear visual narratives and confident sketches
• Present schemes to clients and consultants, building strong ongoing relationships
• Lead detailed design and joinery packages, demonstrating advanced AutoCAD capability and team mentorship
• Coordinate with consultants, suppliers, and contractors, attending site meetings and resolving design issues
• Manage multiple project areas with strong organisation, programme awareness, and a proactive approach to problem solving
• 6+ years’ experience, hotel projects essential
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office