London, UK
Junior interior designer
at Pirajean Lees
Pirajean Lees is looking for a full-time junior interior designer to join its team in London.
Hospitality and residential – junior to mid-weight.
We are looking for a designer who shares our interest in materials, textures and details, and able to approach each project with a fresh perspective.
Someone qualified, talented, confident and with the desire to learn and grow in our team.
You will join our creative team, to work primarily on high-end restaurants and bars internationally and secondly on private residential projects.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a range of exciting projects and will be an integral part of
the team.
The responsibilities will include:
- assist the team with design stages and presentations including conceptual research, image sourcing, hand sketching, 3D modelling
- creating mood boards using InDesign, sharing creative ideas to shape and develop project narratives
- assist with drawings packages ranging from master plans to smaller architectural and joinery interior details
- keeping track of all design documentation
- prepare FF&E and material schedules in Excel
- research and sourcing: references, materials, finishes, fabrics, and antiques for projects and our material library
- visiting markets and design fairs/shows in London
- maintaining and growing relationships with new and existing suppliers and manufacturers
- attending relevant project site meetings bi-weekly/monthly
Key requirements:
- the candidate must have a minimum 18 months relevant experience and can demonstrate an understanding of luxury/high-end hospitality or private residential projects
- confident communication skills, ability to present ideas to the studio co-founders and design team and liaise with contractors, consultants, and clients
- strong conceptualisation skills with excellent knowledge of design detailing, specifications, and furniture design
- competent in preparing CAD drawings packages
- strong organisational skills
- knowledge of the UK regulations and UK project stages
- on-site experience preferable
Must be fluent in (essential):
- professional English
- hand sketching
- 2D – AutoCAD
- 3D StudioMax or SketchUp
- Photoshop and InDesign
- Word and Excel
We are a growing studio that values equal opportunities, transparent and open communication. We keep the scope of our work ambitious, with a holistic attitude to each unique project, we collaborate with people who share our passion for enhancing lifestyles and improving environments through spatial design.
We are a friendly office, who enjoy socialising – we have dedicated monthly team lunches on Fridays as well as summer and Christmas social events.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work from home on Wednesdays.
Please submit your CV, portfolio, and cover letter with your current salary with your application via the apply for job button below.
Full-time position. Starting as soon as possible.
STUDIO6
Burnsall Street
London
SW3 3ST
UK
+44 207 801 0761
Salary between £22,000 – £25,000 based on candidate experience.
Due to the volume of applications, we can only reply to successful candidates; we review all portfolios received.