Interior Architect

  • Hunter Dunning Limited
  • 25/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Interior Architect - Interior Design Job in London with a specialist commercial design studio delivering retail refurbishment and fit-out projects across London.

This Permanent role is based in Central London with hybrid working available. You will lead projects from concept through to completion across all RIBA Stages.

The Interior Architect - Interior Design Job in London is suited to a qualified professional with a minimum of five years' UK commercial experience. Strong Vectorworks capability and experience delivering retail fit-out projects independently are essential.

Projects focus on retail refurbishment, new store rollouts and work within existing and listed buildings.

You will report directly to the Studio Director and take responsibility for project delivery, client liaison and on-site coordination.

Role & Responsibilities
Lead commercial interior architecture and retail fit-out projects from concept to completion
Deliver projects across all relevant RIBA Stages
Prepare and present design concepts using Adobe Creative Suite
Produce technical drawing packages in Vectorworks
Undertake space planning and detailed construction drawings
Coordinate architectural elements with building services engineers and consultants
Specify materials, finishes and FF&E
Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations
Attend and lead client and contractor meetings
Manage project programmes, documentation and reporting
Undertake regular site visits across London and oversee snagging
Support and mentor junior team members

Skills & Experience Required
Degree in Interior Architecture, Architecture or Interior Design
Minimum five years' post-qualification UK commercial project experience
Strong experience in retail refurbishment and fit-out projects
Proficiency in Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
Excellent technical drawing and detailing ability
Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations
Experience working within existing or listed buildings advantageous
Confident in client-facing and contractor meetings
Strong organisational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Salary & Benefits
45,000 - 50,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working, typically two to three days from home
Flexible working hours with core hours 10am-4pm
Enhanced parental leave
Loyalty scheme offering additional annual leave
Ongoing CPD and mentoring support
Collaborative studio culture with regular team events

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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