Studio/Operations Manager - Luxury Interior Design

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury interior design studio in London is seeking a Studio & Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and support their creative team. This varied role is ideal for a highly organised individual who enjoys a dynamic environment and multitasking. Responsibilities include managing logistics, team support, and holiday let operations, making this a pivotal position in a creative studio.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, friendly, and composed demeanor.
• Experience in a creative environment is beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the studio’s daily operations and support the Director.
• Coordinate logistics, supplier liaisons, and team support.
• Assist in planning and running studio events.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Attention to Detail

Proactiveness

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Zoom

Teams

Digital Calendars

Job description

Job Description

An award-winning luxury interior design studio in SW London is seeking an experienced Studio & Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations and support a dynamic creative team. Known for delivering high-end interiors worldwide, from city homes to castles, hotels, yachts, and ski chalets, the studio offers a fast-paced, design-led environment.

The Role :

This varied, hands-on role suits a highly organised, personable individual who thrives on multitasking. You’ll manage the studio’s daily operations, support the Director and team, handle logistics, and help foster a polished, welcoming, and collaborative workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities :

Admin & Team Support :

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• Manage diaries, anticipate the Director’s needs, and coordinate internal/external meetings


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• Assist with onboarding: desk setup, IT access, welcome tours, and first-day support


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• Monitor expenses and reconcile company credit cards with finance

Office/Studio Management :

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• Maintain a tidy, functional, and well-stocked studio


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• Liaise with suppliers, manage building maintenance, contractors, and health & safety


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• Front-of-house duties: phone handling, greeting guests, setting up meeting rooms

Logistics :

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• Organise UK/international shipments for furniture, samples, and materials


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• Handle customs, track deliveries, and ensure safe, timely arrivals

Event Support

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• Help plan and run studio events, fundraisers, and shoots - handling logistics and budgets

Holiday Let Management :

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• Support operations for three UK holiday lets: bookings, guest communications, maintenance


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• Create newsletters and social media content to promote bookings

The Candidate :

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• Exceptional organisation, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset


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• Friendly, composed, and service-led, with excellent communication skills


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• Confident using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom/Teams, and digital calendars


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• Experience in a creative environment but not essential


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• Muck-in, confident, social and well presented

This is a key role at the heart of a world-class design studio, perfect for someone who enjoys creating structure, supporting people, and keeping things running beautifully.