Head of Design

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate firm is looking for a Head of Design in Riyadh, KSA. The successful candidate will lead the design division, drive excellence across projects, and develop strategic partnerships. Requirements include a relevant degree and 10-15 years of experience in interior design, with expertise in design strategy and client engagement. This position emphasizes creativity and effective team management.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in leadership of interior projects.
• Deep understanding of design trends and cultural context in KSA and GCC.
• Skilled in design strategy and sustainability integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of interior designers and technicians.
• Define and evolve the design service offering.
• Establish and maintain design excellence standards across all projects.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Client Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture or allied discipline

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

3ds Max

SketchUp

Job description

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Head of Design – KSA

Job Overview:

We are looking for an innovative and strategic Head of Interior Design Services to lead, grow, and transform our interior design division. The successful candidate will drive excellence across design development, execution, and client engagement, while spearheading expansion initiatives throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

His role focuses on excellent client and pitch interface, creativity, consistent delivery products, optimising processes, including resource allocation, financial control, and team time management. The input to the win strategy is vital for our Saudi Growth plan.

As head of design of the teams, he/she will be ultimately responsible for the creative output of the business and the strategy for design projects to win. She/he will lead, guide, mentor, manage and support the team of interior designers, technicians and visualisers. Excellent management, communication and presentation skills are a pre-requisite combined with a keen understanding of the design process and commercial nature of a project management, design and build business.

This role will report into the head of FIT OUT in KSA

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Expansion
• Define and evolve the design service offering to include innovative and competitive features
• Build strategic partnerships with developers, government entities, and international design collaborators
• Map opportunities and oversee proposal development for new cities and client profiles
• Design Oversight & Quality Control
• Establish and maintain design excellence standards across all projects
• Approve design outputs and ensure alignment with client objectives, regulations, and brand guidelines
• Manage design reviews, critique sessions, and internal quality checks
• Have responsibility for the smooth running of the design teams including workload planning and allocation; people leadership, management and development; ensuring quality control while driving creativity and innovation in everything we produce.
• Grow a design team that balances creative innovation with technical precision
• Launch professional development tracks, internships, and knowledge-sharing initiatives
• Create a diverse and inclusive team culture that fosters originality and accountability. Liaising with technical designers, suppliers and subcontractors to manage and
• Develop the design through each stage of the process from conception to completion.
• Attending site meetings when required
• allocate resources effectively and to manage budgets
• set a relationship of trust with the build team and all other departments
• Report financial performance on monthly basis
• Attending high level meetings with clients

Qualifications & Experience
Criteria
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design ( Plus), Architecture, or allied discipline
Experience:+10–15 years of progressive experience, including leadership of interior projects and teams
Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of design trends, cultural context, and client expectations in KSA and GCC
Technical Expertise: Skilled in design strategy, BIM, FF&E, sustainability integration, and interior detailing
Tools: Revit, AutoCAD, 3ds Max, SketchUp, BIM, ….etc
Languages: Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus

Location:

On-site –Riyadh, SAU

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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