London, UK
Interior design assistant
at Ben Pentreath
Ben Pentreath is seeking an interior design assistant to join its team in London.
We have a vacancy for a bright, passionate and highly organised interior design assistant to join the decoration team at our small and friendly studio in Bloomsbury.
Our ideal candidate will be a kind and hard-working multi-tasker who is willing to learn and work flexibly within a team, with strong attention to detail and a conscientious and proactive approach to all areas of duty.
We are looking for someone that will support the whole team with enthusiasm, care and attention.
The role will primarily be responsible for general administrative duties and day-to-day office tasks including:
- answering telephone calls in a polite and professional manner, transferring calls and taking clear and accurate messages
- receiving and distributing post/deliveries; franking outgoing mail and taking items to the Post Office
- organising couriers and taxis
- maintaining the tidy appearance of the studio and kitchen
- keeping the design library of books, samples and materials in order
- preparing documents and materials for meetings
- organising deliveries, storage logistics
- producing accurate and detailed meeting minutes
- prdering samples and purchase order tracking
- updating internal documents and schedules
- welcoming clients, providing refreshments
A working knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and Microsoft Office is imperative, and experience of Vectorworks and EstiMac are desirable.
A good understanding of VAT and basic budgeting and accounting is welcomed.
The vacancy would suit someone with at least one to two years’ experience working in a similar environment with a good understanding of spatial planning, FF&E and basic knowledge of industry suppliers and makers.
We would like to find someone with a good sense of humour, excellent communication and design skills, appreciation of working in a friendly, creative environment and someone who finds pleasure in being productive and getting things done.
The role is office-based, permanent and full-time.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, unfortunately it will only be possible to contact candidates selected for interview.