Senior Project Leader - Interior Design

Hassell; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible hybrid work policy

Development and training opportunities

Study assistance

Job summary

Hassell in Hong Kong is seeking a Senior Associate to lead high-profile workplace and commercial interior projects from concept through delivery. You will guide multi-disciplinary teams with hands-on design thinking and strong local context awareness, while growing and mentoring designers within the Hong Kong studio.

You will also take on a leadership role, collaborating with clients and the global team to shape the studio’s future direction and project opportunities across Asia and Southeast

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary design projects, especially workplace or interior design.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead design teams.
• Strong client facing skills including presenting and workshop facilitation.
• Excellent design sensibility with strong delivery and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design solutions from concept to delivery across workplace and commercial interiors.
• Collaborate with clients and global teams to shape project direction.
• Mentor and grow designers within the Hong Kong studio.
• Manage budgets and project financials to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Project leadership

Client workshops

Team leadership

Design thinking

Budget awareness

Revit proficiency

Adobe Suite

Education

Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

Tools

Revit

Adobe Suite

Job description

With eight design studios worldwide, chances are you've encountered our work. We specialise in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, and urban design. Our diverse, multi-disciplinary team brings together a wealth of skills and perspectives that unlock the economic, social, and cultural potential of projects.

Across our studios we connect insight and creativity, creating a better future by designing the world’s best places – places people love, is what drives us.

At Hassell, we're dedicated to sustainability and regenerative design. Our designers play a pivotal role in shaping a better future for communities and our planet. Join us in making a lasting impact.

The Role

As a Senior Associate, you’ll lead from the front – collaborating closely with clients and teams to shape innovative design solutions. You’ll guide high-profile workplace and commercial interior projects from early concept through to delivery, bringing a hands‑on approach, sharp design thinking, and a strong understanding of local context.

You’ll also have the opportunity to step into a leadership role within our Hong Kong team, helping grow and mentor designers while contributing to the studio’s future direction.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Designer who is ready to take the next career step in an I leadership role, this is your opportunity to work for a locally based global design practice, working on project opportunities across Asia and Southeast Asia.

You will be a team leader on design led projects, supported by a wider global team & resources.

Qualifications

• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams in a professional design studio environment.
• Team leadership experience with a strong portfolio of interior workplace design projects for large or complex organisations.
• Proven ability to lead projects independently or in collaboration with a principal.
• Confidence presenting to clients and running workshops or stakeholder sessions.
• Strong design sensibility, backed by practical delivery and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in tools like Revit, Adobe Suite, and other design/delivery platforms.
• A degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture.
• Local project and client experience, with a solid network in the design and built environment sector.
• Proven ability to lead commercial interior design projects, communicate ideas clearly, and influence outcomes.
• Strong commercial acumen – you understand how to manage budgets and project financials.
• You have a strong focus on design quality, collaboration, and professional development.

Why Hassell?

• Work on large-scale, high-profile projects with a globally recognised design firm.
• Collaborate with a passionate and innovative team of designers.
• Shape the future of workplace design while enjoying a hands‑on role.
• Be part of a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well-being:

• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
• A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility
• Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
• Study assistance.

Hassell is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives, and practices of all individuals. We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included, and respected.

Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in‑person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people.

We're a fast-paced and proactive practice, so we don't wait until applications close to review them.