Senior Interior Designer

BALENS GROUP SDN. BHD.; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interior design firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Interior Designer (Team Lead) to act as a primary client liaison and guide junior designers. The role requires a diploma/degree in Interior Design, proficiency in Mandarin, and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in interior design, preferably in residential projects. The firm offers an attractive salary along with performance bonuses, growth culture, and health benefits in a modern workspace.

Benefits

Attractive base salary + project & performance bonuses

Weekly design training and structured career progression

Laptop provided or allowance given

Medical & hospitalization coverage

Creative workspace environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in interior design, preferably with residential projects.
• Proven ability to guide, mentor, and manage a design team.
• Language proficiency in Mandarin required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary client liaison throughout the project.
• Lead junior designers and interns in design tasks.
• Translate client needs into creative solutions.
• Conduct site assessments and ensure precise measurements.
• Coordinate project handovers with contractors.

Skills

B2C communication

Project coordination

Creative flair

Education

Diploma/Degree in Interior Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

3Ds Max

SketchUp

Job description

Senior Interior Designer (Team Lead)

At Balens Group, we go beyond interior design — we transform lives through innovative ideas and meticulous craftsmanship. Guided by our motto “Tailored Elegance for Dream Living”, our mission is clear: redefine spaces, exceed expectations, and create designs that enrich everyday living.

We are a hands‑on team that brings concepts to life through construction and refurbishment, ensuring each project is delivered as a masterpiece.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the primary client liaison, ensuring smooth communication from design to construction.
• Lead and mentor junior designers/interns in mood boards, 3D visuals, and detailed 2D drawings.
• Translate client needs into practical, creative, and aesthetic solutions in close collaboration with Sales & Marketing.
• Present and refine design concepts with clients to deliver results that exceed expectations.
• Conduct site assessments, validate specifications, and ensure precise measurements.
• Coordinate project handovers and site briefings with the Project department and contractors.
• Take charge of material sourcing and procurement.
• Perform site visits for quality assurance, issue resolution, and final inspections.
• Maintain detailed project documentation to ensure transparency and accountability.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Diploma/Degree in Interior Design or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in interior design, preferably with landed home/residential projects.
li>Leadership: Proven ability to guide, mentor, and manage a design team.
• Language: Proficiency in Mandarin (to liaise with Mandarin‑speaking clients & stakeholders).
• Skills: Strong B2C communication and project coordination skills.
• Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, 3Ds Max, SketchUp.
• Bonus: V‑Ray, Corona, Adobe Suite, MS Office.
• Familiarity: Landed house design and on‑site management.
• Personal: Creative flair, proactive attitude, independent working style, and reliable transport within Klang Valley.

What You’ll Get

• Attractive base salary + project & performance bonuses.
• Structured growth culture: Weekly design training, monthly townhalls, and clear career progression.
• Work support: Laptop provided or allowance given, plus site travel reimbursements (mileage, toll, parking).
• Health & wellbeing: Medical & hospitalization coverage, birthday leave, study leave.
• Creative workspace: A modern, collaborative environment built to inspire design excellence.

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