Associate Interior Designer

  • Hunter Dunning Limited
  • 20/01/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Associate Interior Designer Job in London

Associate Interior Designer Job in London leading high-profile hospitality and large-scale hotel projects with full creative, commercial and studio responsibility. This senior role offers influence across design direction, client relationships and team leadership within a highly respected, design-led practice.

This international design studio delivers considered, high-quality interior architecture across hospitality, F&B, spa and hotel environments. Known for its collaborative culture and integrated design approach, the practice brings together interior design, architecture, branding and product design to create cohesive, experience-led spaces for a global client base.



Role & Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the overall design vision from concept through to project completion
  • Ensure design continuity and quality across all project stages and deliverables
  • Provide creative leadership to Senior Designers, Project Managers and FF&E teams
  • Translate design concepts into clear schematic, technical and construction documentation
  • Lead and review design presentations to maintain high creative and technical standards
  • Oversee multiple projects to ensure delivery on time, within scope and budget
  • Manage project contracts, fee allocation, programmes and resourcing
  • Monitor project profitability, fee spend and financial performance alongside Finance
  • Review invoicing and billing schedules to support commercial accuracy and cash flow
  • Identify and manage project risk, compliance and quality assurance
  • Act as senior client contact, building trusted long-term relationships
  • Support and contribute to business development, bids and new project opportunities
  • Represent the studio externally with clients, consultants and industry partners
  • Oversee day-to-day studio operations, resourcing and workflow
  • Mentor, manage and develop team members, supporting performance and progression
  • Support recruitment and participate in annual appraisals alongside senior leadership
  • Ensure compliance with internal standards, health and safety and operational procedures
  • Coordinate interior architecture, FF&E and external consultant teams
  • Review drawings, specifications and schedules for quality, accuracy and compliance


Required Skills & Experience

  • Extensive experience in interior architecture and design leadership roles
  • Strong background delivering high-end hospitality, F&B, spa and hotel projects
  • Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary design teams and complex projects
  • Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and InDesign
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, design standards and documentation
  • Experience using project management systems such as Deltek
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing fees and profitability


What you get back

  • Salary up to 75,000
  • Hybrid working after probation, subject to project requirements and internal approval
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Private medical cover
  • Dental and optical cashback scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Retailer discount programme


Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

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