Junior to Intermediate Interior Designer

Planning Recruitment Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays (paid)

Job summary

Planning Recruitment Limited partners with a Manhattan interior design studio to recruit a Junior–Intermediate Interior Designer for NYC-based projects including high-end residential interiors. You will work with senior designers and project managers across a spectrum of residential projects, contributing to concept creation and documentation.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years of professional interior design experience, a relevant degree, and strong AutoCAD, Studio Designer, and Adobe Creative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• Proven proficiency with AutoCAD, Studio Designer, and 3D rendering tools.

Responsibilities

• Creating compelling concept presentations, mood boards, FF&E selections, and material palettes.
• Producing accurate AutoCAD drawings including floor plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans and detailed interior drawings.
• Assisting with the development of custom millwork, built-ins, doors, casings, baseboards, ceiling details, and other architectural elements.
• Researching and sourcing furniture, lighting, fabrics, finishes, fixtures, and accessories.
• Working with trade vendors and manufacturers on pricing, specifications, lead times, and orders.
• Attending site visits, documenting existing conditions, and assisting with installation coordination.
• Supporting client meetings, presentations, follow-ups, and project documentation.
• Collaborating with senior and intermediate designers to help keep projects moving and deadlines met.

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio Designer

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Workspace

SketchUp

Job description

Junior to Intermediate Interior Designer New York City | $60K–$100K + Benefits

An exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded Manhattan interior design and architecture studio.

We’re currently working with an established, design-led studio in New York that is known for creating sophisticated, highly individual interiors across high-end residential, luxury apartments, and exceptional development projects.

Their work combines modern elegance with warmth, character, and meticulous attention to detail. With a growing portfolio of exceptional projects, they’re looking to add a talented Junior–Intermediate Interior Designer to their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a designer with 1–5 years of experience in high-end residential interiors who is looking to develop their skills, take on greater responsibility, and work alongside an experienced and highly creative team.

The Opportunity

You’ll be involved throughout the design process, working closely with senior designers and project managers across a range of exciting residential projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating compelling concept presentations, mood boards, FF&E selections, and material palettes
• Producing accurate AutoCAD drawings, including floor plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, and detailed interior drawings
• Assisting with the development of custom millwork, built-ins, doors, casings, baseboards, ceiling details, and other architectural elements
• Researching and sourcing furniture, lighting, fabrics, finishes, fixtures, and accessories
• Working with trade vendors and manufacturers on pricing, specifications, lead times, and orders
• Attending site visits, documenting existing conditions, and assisting with installation coordination
• Supporting client meetings, presentations, follow-ups, and project documentation
• Collaborating with senior and intermediate designers to help keep projects moving and deadlines met
• Maintaining project files, material libraries, and digital resources
• Exploring and incorporating AI and emerging technologies into the design process

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone with 1–5 years of professional interior design experience, ideally gained within a high-end or luxury residential environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Studio Designer, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Workspace
• SketchUp and/or 3D rendering experience is a plus
• A sophisticated eye for scale, proportion, color, materials, and detail
• Strong technical drawing and documentation skills
• Excellent organization and time-management abilities
• The confidence to communicate effectively with designers, vendors, consultants, and clients
• A proactive, collaborative personality and a genuine passion for interiors
• An eagerness to learn and develop within a busy, creative environment
• An interest in using AI and new technology to enhance your design workflow

We’re particularly interested in designers who can demonstrate both creative sensitivity and strong technical ability — someone who can contribute to the overall design vision while also understanding how that vision needs to be documented and executed.

What’s On Offer

• $60,000–$100,000, depending on experience
• Health insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• The opportunity to work on high-profile, high-end residential projects across NYC and beyond
• Exposure to projects from concept through completion
• Close collaboration with experienced senior designers
• Excellent potential for career development and progression