Interior Designer - Furniture and Home Interiors

Majid Al Futtaim; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking an Interior Designer with 2-3 years of experience to deliver professional interior design services and personalized product recommendations to customers.

You will develop design plans, select materials and furnishings, coordinate orders, and oversee installation from concept through occupancy, ensuring design solutions meet customer needs, budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant interior design experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max or similar software.
• Strong understanding of furnishings, materials, lighting and finishes.
• Excellent presentation and client-facing communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to understand interior design goals, preferences and project requirements.
• Develop interior design concepts and final plans using CAD tools.
• Select materials, furnishings, lighting, wall finishes, and flooring.
• Oversee installation and coordinate product orders and schedules.
• Maintain open communication with customers throughout the design process.

Skills

Client consultation

Sales & product recommendations

Interior design planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

3ds Max

Illustrator

Job description

Interior Designer - Furniture and Home Interiors Job Snapshot - Role: Interior Designer - Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Industry: Retail - Function: Architecture-Interior Design - Experience: 2-3 years - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle is seeking an Interior Designer to provide professional interior design services and personalized product recommendations to customers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves understanding customer requirements, developing interior design plans, selecting suitable materials and furnishings, coordinating product orders, and overseeing the installation of design elements. The Interior Designer will support projects from initial consultation through completion and owner occupancy, ensuring that design solutions meet customer expectations, project budgets, and agreed schedules. The successful candidate will combine creative design skills with strong customer relationship management and sales capabilities. The position requires proficiency in interior design software, knowledge of furnishings and interior materials, and the ability to present design concepts clearly to customers.

Job Details - Country: Saudi Arabia - City: Riyadh - Industry: Retail - Function: Architecture-Interior Design - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Client Consultation and Design Requirements
  • Meet with customers to understand their interior design goals, preferences, and project requirements.
  • Identify customer expectations regarding design style, materials, furnishings, budgets, and project schedules.
  • Discuss suitable design approaches based on individual customer needs.
  • Provide professional guidance to help customers make informed interior design decisions.
  • Maintain clear communication throughout the design process.
  • Ensure proposed design solutions reflect customer requirements and project objectives.
• Interior Design Planning and Development
  • Develop interior design concepts based on approved customer requirements.
  • Prepare detailed and final design plans using appropriate computer-aided design applications.
  • Select suitable interior materials, furnishings, and decorative elements.
  • Ensure design plans consider customer preferences, available budgets, and project schedules.
  • Present design concepts and recommendations clearly to customers.
  • Review design details and make appropriate adjustments to meet agreed expectations.
  • Maintain consistency between approved design plans and proposed project deliverables.
• Materials and Furnishing Selection
  • Specify appropriate materials and furnishings for interior design projects.
  • Recommend lighting, furniture, wall finishes, flooring, and plumbing fixtures based on project requirements.
  • Assist customers in selecting products that complement their preferred interior design concepts.
  • Maintain knowledge of available product ranges and relevant material options.
  • Explain product features and suitability to support customer purchasing decisions.
  • Coordinate material and furnishing selections with the overall design plan.
  • Ensure recommended products align with customer requirements and project budgets.
• Design Software and Technical Documentation
  • Use interior design software to prepare plans and visual design presentations.
  • Develop accurate design documentation to communicate proposed interior arrangements.
  • Apply relevant design tools to illustrate material selections and furnishing layouts.
  • Prepare final plans for customer review and project implementation.
  • Maintain organized design information throughout the project.
  • Support effective communication of design specifications to relevant parties.
• Project Budgeting and Cost Management
  • Establish project costs and design fees according to budget requirements.
  • Consider customer budgets when recommending materials and furnishings.
  • Review proposed design selections in relation to available project funds.
  • Communicate relevant cost information to customers during the design process.
  • Support appropriate financial planning for design materials and related services.
  • Maintain awareness of budget requirements throughout project delivery.
• Product Ordering and Installation Coordination
  • Place orders for approved materials and furnishings.
  • Coordinate product requirements based on finalized design plans.
  • Oversee the installation of selected design elements.
  • Monitor installation activities to support alignment with approved design requirements.
  • Communicate with relevant parties regarding material availability and installation arrangements.
  • Address design-related coordination matters during project implementation.
  • Support the successful completion of design projects in line with customer expectations.
• Project Scheduling and Delivery
  • Support interior design projects from initial consultation through completion and owner occupancy.
  • Coordinate design activities in accordance with agreed project schedules.
  • Monitor relevant project requirements and communicate progress to customers.
  • Maintain attention to budget, schedule, and design quality throughout the project.
  • Coordinate material selections, ordering, and installation activities.
  • Identify potential project concerns and communicate them promptly.
  • Support timely project completion and customer satisfaction.
• Customer Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with existing customers.
  • Develop relationships with potential clients to support business growth.
  • Provide professional and attentive service throughout customer interactions.
  • Understand customer preferences to deliver relevant design recommendations.
  • Maintain regular communication regarding design plans, product selections, and project requirements.
  • Support long-term customer relationships through consistent service quality.
• Sales and Business Development
  • Work toward achieving or exceeding individual sales targets.
  • Identify opportunities to increase sales through professional interior design consultations.
  • Use product knowledge to recommend appropriate furnishings and interior materials.
  • Promote relevant products based on customer design requirements.
  • Cultivate relationships with new customers to support business development.
  • Maintain existing customer relationships and identify further sales opportunities.
  • Contribute to business growth through customer engagement and product recommendations.
• Product Knowledge and Customer Guidance
  • Maintain a strong understanding of available product ranges.
  • Share relevant product information with customers to support purchasing decisions.
  • Explain the features and suitability of different furnishings and interior materials.
  • Recommend products that complement proposed interior design solutions.
  • Keep customer preferences and project requirements central to product recommendations.
  • Use product knowledge to support both design quality and sales performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree in Interior Design or a similar discipline.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in interior design or a similar field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Illustrator, or other relevant design programs.
• Ability to develop interior design concepts and prepare final design plans.
• Knowledge of interior materials, furnishings, lighting, flooring, and wall finishes.
• Understanding of project budgeting and design cost considerations.
• Ability to coordinate material orders and oversee installation activities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and recommend suitable design solutions.
• Customer relationship management and business development capabilities.
• Ability to support individual sales objectives through effective product recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Skills and Competencies

• Interior Design and Planning
  • Interior design concept development.
  • Client requirements assessment.
  • Furniture and furnishing selection.
  • Lighting and material specification.
  • Wall finish and flooring selection.
  • Interior design planning.
  • Design presentation and communication.
• Design Software
  • AutoCAD.
  • SketchUp.
  • 3ds Max.
  • Adobe Illustrator.
  • Computer-aided design applications.
  • Digital design planning and presentations.
• Project and Commercial Management
  • Project budget planning.
  • Design cost and fee estimation.
  • Material and furnishing orders.
  • Installation coordination.
  • Project schedule management.
  • Customer