Design and Business Director

SUJONOHUN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership role

Premium projects exposure

Design-driven environment

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

SUJONOHUN PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an experienced Design Director to strengthen leadership, expand business opportunities, and build lasting client relationships.

You will lead senior design initiatives, oversee project presentation and fee negotiations, and shape strategic growth with management, ensuring design excellence across high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of industry experience in a senior or client-facing role.
• Strong understanding of interior design, property development, and architecture.
• Established industry connections and proven business development experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across residential, hospitality, and commercial sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with property developers, architects, consultants, and private clients.
• Lead client presentations, project pitches, proposals, and fee negotiations.
• Develop business strategies to expand the studio's client portfolio and market presence.
• Provide creative direction and oversee design quality across key projects.
• Collaborate with the design team to develop compelling concepts and presentations.
• Work closely with management on project opportunities, commercial viability, and strategic growth.
• Represent the studio at industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Leadership

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree or Diploma in Interior Design or Architecture

Job description

SUJONOHUN is a Singapore-based interior design studio specialising in high-end residential developments, bespoke private residences, hospitality-inspired interiors, and commercial spaces.

Our design philosophy is rooted in thoughtful creativity, refined aesthetics, and meticulous attention to detail. We work closely with established property developers, private clients, and industry partners to create distinctive and meaningful spaces.

As our studio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Design Director to strengthen our design leadership, expand our business opportunities, and build long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across residential, hospitality, and commercial sectors.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with property developers, architects, consultants, and private clients.

• Lead client presentations, project pitches, proposals, and fee negotiations.

• Develop business strategies to expand the studio's client portfolio and market presence.

• Provide creative direction and oversee design quality across key projects.

• Collaborate with the design team to develop compelling concepts and presentations.

• Work closely with management on project opportunities, commercial viability, and strategic growth.

• Represent the studio at industry events and networking opportunities.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in a senior or client-facing role.

• Strong understanding of the interior design, property development, and architectural industries.

• Established industry connections and proven business development experience are highly advantageous.

• Strong design sensibility with excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Commercially minded, proactive, and capable of working independently.

• Strong leadership and relationship management abilities.

What We Offer

• Senior leadership role with opportunities to shape the studio's growth and direction.

• Exposure to premium residential developments and high-end design projects.

• Collaborative, design-driven working environment.

• Competitive remuneration and performance-based incentives.