Assistant Manager - Interior Designer

MAIA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

MAIA seeks an architect-interior designer with luxury residential/hospitality experience to drive design briefs, mood boards and material selections for premium Bengaluru projects. You will translate visions into drawings, renders and tangible samples while coordinating with internal teams and external consultants.

The role emphasizes sustainable, purposeful design, strong communication in local languages, and adherence to schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury interior design for residential/hospitality projects.
• 4+ years’ experience with a developer or interior design studio.
• B.Arch preferred but interior design focus is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develop design briefs and concepts based on project vision.
• Create mood boards, renders, and drawings with accuracy.
• Assist in selecting materials and finalizing budgets.
• Track schedules, meet deadlines, and coordinate with teams.
• Review FF&E selections aligned with the design brief.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.

Skills

Luxury interior design

Client liaison

Concept design

SketchUp

Education

Architecture degree (B.Arch)

Tools

SketchUp

V-Ray/Enscape

Job description

At MAIA, we believe real estate goes beyond construction — it is about building trust, shaping aspirations and creating meaningful ways of living. Established in 2016 by Mayank Ruia in partnership with the Manipal Group, MAIA Estates is redefining India’s real estate landscape through thoughtful design, meticulous planning, and conscious development.

In just a decade, MAIA has earned recognition from leading global institutions including the International Property Awards, Asia Pacific Property Awards, and Luxury Lifestyle Awards. Yet, what truly defines us is our unwavering commitment to quality, transparency, customer‑centric thinking, and the belief that design has the power to create lasting impact.

Today, MAIA has emerged as one of Bengaluru’s most respected names in premium residential and commercial real estate, with a portfolio that reflects both innovation and integrity. Every development is guided by a philosophy rooted in purpose, precision, sustainability, and enduring value.

Our Founder and CEO, Mayank Ruia, brings over two decades of global experience across finance and real estate. His professional journey includes tenures at Goldman Sachs, UBS, and Everstone Capital, alongside a track record of planning and developing over 15 million square feet of residential and commercial real estate across Bengaluru and other cities, including landmark developments such as 27 Summit, Pelican Grove, Kessaku, and One Bangalore West. His leadership is driven by long‑term thinking, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of evolving customer aspirations.

Joining MAIA means becoming part of a culture that values clarity of thought, attention to detail, collaboration, and meaningful innovation. We are not driven by trends or excess, but by the ambition to create spaces and experiences that stand the test of time.

If you are looking to be part of an organisation where purpose, performance, and passion come together, MAIA offers the opportunity to build not just developments, but a meaningful future.

27 Summit – MAIA’s flagship residential development off Richmond Road, Central Bangalore ( https://27summit.com/ )

The Beacon – MAIA’s first commercial development on the banks of Nagavara Lake, North Bangalore

Casa Sia – MAIA’s entry into Chennai at Parathasarathy Garden, off Poes Garden, Central Chennai ( https://maiacasasia.com )

The Seven – MAIA’s foray into South Bangalore, nestled in historic Basavanagudi’s cultural core

• Accelerated career growth for top performers

YOUR IMPACT AREA

We are looking for an architect and interior designer with creative talent, curiosity and passion for what we can achieve with design and architecture. You will have a unique and holistic opportunity to embrace the highest standard of design, execution and sustainability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Experience in luxury interior design (residential and hospitality)
• 4+ years’ experience with a developer or ID studio (preferred but not a must)
• Architect (B.Arch. graduate) but inclined to interior design

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Concept Design:

• Develop design briefs, concepts based on the project vision
• Translate design direction into mood boards, renders, and drawings with accuracy
• Assist in selection of materials, preparation of sample boards and finalization of materials based available budgets.
• Track, manage, and adhere to project schedules and deadlines effectively.
• Review/ Selection of FF&E adequate to the design brief.
• Accessory selection and styling of interior spaces.

Coordination with Internal Team and External Consultants:

• Coordination with internal teams and external consultants to close design with all relevant stakeholders.
• Resolve design issues and clashes promptly to ensure smooth progress of projects
• Ensure timely delivery of drawings to meet project milestones

PERSONALITY

• Strong problem‑solving skills to overcome challenges and find innovative solutions
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, with conversational proficiency in local languages to facilitate effective interaction with stakeholder

SOFTWARE SKILLS

• SketchUp with rendering plug‑in (Vray/ Enscape)

MAIA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and does not discriminate anyone on grounds of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. At MAIA, we’re committed to building a workforce that is more representative of the users we serve and creating a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Visit our website to learn more about our ethos and values.