Interior CAD Designer - FF&E

Interior Designer

Introduction

An established, award-winning multidisciplinary design practice is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join a dynamic and collaborative team.

The business operates across multiple areas, including:

Full interior design services for private clients and developers

Show home design and installation

Architectural services

Interior architecture consultancy with detailed product specification

Furniture, lighting, and interior design showroom

Specialist tiling studio

Full design and build services

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a creative and fast-paced environment.

Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

A strong background in interior design with 3–4+ years’ experience

Experience working on private residential, developer, and show home projects

Solid FF&E knowledge across a range of budgets

Strong spatial awareness and attention to detail

Knowledge of fabrics, wallpapers, and suppliers (advantageous)

Willingness to travel to sites, warehouses, and sourcing trips

Technical skills:

Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)

Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other 3D modelling software

Desirable:

Knowledge of residential furniture and lighting sales

Familiarity with UK and European brands (training provided if needed)

Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience managing projects from concept through to completion.

Role

Full-time position

Immediate start available

Key Responsibilities

Report directly to the Design Director

Support interior design briefs for private clients and show homes

Develop and implement design schemes

Prepare presentations and mood boards to a high standard

Liaise with suppliers and internal teams

Prepare pricing, quotations, budgets, and costings

Collaborate on show home and larger design projects

Conduct site surveys and take measurements

Assist with workflow management

Attend client meetings and oversee installations

Manage on-site fitting teams

Support new business development

Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Key Requirements

Proficient in:

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop

Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Able to work independently and use initiative

Numerically competent with accurate calculation skills

Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Resilient and able to work under pressure

Confident working directly with clients

Strong experience with fabrics, including measuring and preparing quotations

Minimum 3–4 years’ relevant experience

Creative with strong design sensibility

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Professional, personable, and well-presented

Ability to manage junior team members

Strong team player with good interpersonal skills

Additional Information

This role is varied and may require flexibility to support different business needs. Responsibilities may evolve over time in line with organisational requirements.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Discretionary performance-related bonus

Staff discount scheme

Company events

4 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays

Company pension scheme