Surrey

This well-respected Interior Design practice works with both private clients and with developers on show homes and show apartments. They use the latest furniture, furnishings and accessories alongside delivering effective solutions from concept through to installation with a truly personal service. With an ever busy workload they seek an Interior Designer to run showhome design projects from initial brief through to final installation.

You’ll have at least 1 years’ design experience (ideally 3 years) to include showhomes and be able to manage a number of projects at any one time. Fluency in VectorWorks for drawing up designs and excellent communication skills to handle both suppliers and clients will be needed. Strong organisational skills are also needed for planning and documenting projects as well as a Driving Licence as they are based in a beautiful but rural location.

Salary is in the range of £21,000 to £30,000. If this vacancy sounds of interest please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This Interior Design practice works alongside private clients providing an individual, personal service and with developers on show homes and show apartments.  The skilled team of designers accompany the client through every step of the project from the planning stage, implementation and through to installation of all the final finishing touches.

A Stylist is now required to work as part of the team on a variety of projects which will include buying for show homes and personal shopping with private clients, applicants must show a good knowledge of design styles and tastes, at all levels of the marketplace. The main office is based in Surrey but they are due to open a London office later this year that the candidate can work from on a daily basis with regular visits to the Surrey Head Office.

With 4+ years of residential styling experience and the ability to manage projects you’ll be a creative individual and possess the ability to accurately interpret a client’s brief. Friendly, assertive and personable, you’ll need excellent communication and client facing skills. You’ll also need strong organisational and administrative skills plus a full driving licence and a car.

Salary is in the range of £28,000 to £34,000. If this vacancy sounds of interest please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This interior design practice works on luxury residential projects and their services also include architectural planning, project management, advice and assistance with the selection, sourcing and supply of furniture, soft furnishings and accessories.

They are now recruiting for an assistant architectural designer with responsibilities to include: producing CAD plans, elevations and 3D drawings; researching and sourcing products; carrying out site surveys and taking measurements; assisting with project installations; creating design / mood boards using PowerPoint and liaising with suppliers, clients and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working in the interior design industry and possess strong CAD skills (VectorWorks would be an advantage). Creative, friendly, patient and calm under pressure you’ll also need good technical skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Photoshop. You’ll be highly organised, numerate, accurate and have a full driving licence and your own car. This vacancy is for 3 full days per week but they may consider candidates who are seeking a full-time position.

Salary will be in the range of £20,000 to £25,000. Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This well-respected interior design practice works for both private clients and developers. They create a richness and glamour in their designs that attracts a variety of clients including corporate and entertainment personalities. Based in Surrey, they are now seeking an Interior Designer to work in on their Showhome projects.

Applicants must have 4 or more years’ design experience to include showhomes and be able to lead and manage multiple projects. You should have excellent communication and client facing skills, be well presented and extremely organised. You will be able to run design projects from initial brief through to final installation in compliance with company procedures. Your full involvement will be required on all aspects in order to deliver projects on time and within budget. CAD experience, in particular VectorWorks and InDesign, is highly desirable.

Salary will be in the range of £35,000 to £40,000 + Bonus. Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company are designers, manufacturers and trade suppliers of architectural hardware for doors, windows and cabinets, used on exclusive residential and hospitality projects throughout the globe. Their core ranges are designed and manufactured in Britain, and are the result of a history of innovation combined with decades of experience.

They are currently seeking an Estimator to join their company to create door hardware schedules for high end residential construction projects. Working with the architects, designers and contractors you need to ensure quotes and schedules are submitted on / or before the required date, sent to all the correct people and included in all of the construction project documentation where applicable. It is also the responsibility of the estimator to follow the quote / schedule through, ensuring the company remain the nominated suppliers, this is vitally important. Once the construction begins on site with a nominated contractor to build or renovate the property the estimator hands the project over to a project coordinator.

You should have experience in estimating or setting out in either joinery, architectural hardware or in construction. Practical, you will need to be able to understand the technicalities of door and window details and advise where details drawn up may cause problems and keep well organized under pressure. You’ll need good time management skills to control and prioritize your work load, a good level of numeracy and clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. IT skills to include MS Outlook, MS Excel, ACT CRM system or similar Ironmongery scheduling software.

Salary will be in the range of £25,000 to £40,000. Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company has a number of showrooms showcasing kitchens, bathrooms, interior spaces and gardens alongside their busy Interior Design team. They create the perfect environment; through luxurious fabrics, elegant accessories or a complete interior design experience and are known for designing elegant homes with a contemporary edge.

They are currently seeking an Interior Designer to work from their new design studios based above their showroom in Surrey. You will be responsible for your specific area of design work, ensuring that deadlines are met and that the Design Assistants are managed and resourced appropriately. Creating relationships with suppliers and keeping accurate records of suppliers is also an important part of the job.

You should have at least 7 years’ experience in the residential sector, client faced – ideally in a high end/luxury showroom/retail environment. With a design qualification you will be passionate, dedicated, able to work in a fast moving environment with excellent time management skills and good attention to detail.

Please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

Acqua are a leading German Kitchen Supplier to both the London and Surrey areas and are looking for an enthusiastic designer to join the team at our Flagship Surbiton Branch. The candidate must live within a 10 mile radius of the showroom with a full driving licence as site visits are an integral part of our work. Use of your own vehicle however, although preferred, is not essential.

The candidate should have experience in designing kitchens using a CAD software package and ideally will have worked with a German kitchen manufacturer either currently or previously. You will be knowledgeable about a variety of worksurfaces, appliances and splashbacks and possess some interior design skills and flair as we are increasingly getting orders for living rooms, bedrooms and offices also.

Salary will be £25,000 to £28,000 plus Commission (OTE of £40k+). If this sounds like you then please submit a CV by email to Owais Ali at owais.ali@acquakitchens.co.uk (quoting reference V03693). Please also visit www.acquakitchens.co.uk for more information on our company.