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Clifton Interiors is seeking an interior designer/interior architect to join its team in London.

Create exceptional homes. Bring projects to life, from first idea to final detail.

About Clifton

Clifton Interiors is an established interior architecture and design practice, founded in 1986, creating high-quality contemporary and traditional interiors for private clients across London and the UK. We offer a personal and comprehensive service covering every aspect of interior design and architecture.

About the role

We are seeking an interior designer / interior architect with at least four years’ experience in high-end residential design. This studio-based role at our Primrose Hill practice suits someone who wants to be involved in every aspect of the design process, and who will bring creativity, technical confidence and a collaborative spirit to beautifully considered homes, working closely with the team and our experienced design directors.

You will shape homes that people live in every day:

• take ownership of your projects, working with our design directors as a key point of contact for clients and the wider team
• shape creative concepts, independently and with the studio, and present them so that sign-off feels clear and easy
• select materials, finishes and soft furnishings that reflect the design vision and budget, with accurate specification and costing
• produce detailed drawings and presentation materials, including the details and specifications for tender and contractors
• work confidently across all project stages in line with the RIBA framework, resolving design challenges early
• build relationships with suppliers and explore sustainable approaches to design and sourcing
• coordinate with consultants and contractors throughout delivery, and lend a hand with the day-to-day life of the studio

Key skills and qualifications

You are someone who notices the small things and enjoys the bigger picture:

• a degree in interior design, architecture or a related field, with at least four years’ experience on high-end residential projects
• proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop and InDesign, with experience of detailed drawing packages
• experience in spatial planning, concept development and lighting design
• knowledge of FF&E, joinery and construction detailing for high-end residential
• proven experience working with contractors, architects and consultants
• excellent time management across several projects at once, with a keen eye for detail
• confidence presenting independently and managing client expectations at every stage
• a genuine curiosity about how emerging tools, including AI, can improve design quality and productivity. If you are already exploring them, you will find a receptive environment here
• fluency in written and spoken English and eligibility to work in the UK
• freehand sketching is desirable, but not essential

Benefits:

• 28 days’ annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• an additional day’s holiday for each full year of employment, up to five days
• professional development to help you grow and strengthen your skills
• healthcare support
• a workplace pension scheme

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Please share your CV and portfolio, showing your relevant experience, design approach and suitability for the role. Suitable candidates will be contacted and invited to interview.

www.cliftoninteriors.com