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Mia Karlsson Interior Design is hiring an interior designer to join its team in London.

This role will suit a highly skilled, creative, self-motivated and disciplined individual who is a team player used to managing their own projects. The interior designer will be expected to take the lead on projects from concept to completion. This is a client facing role where the designer will also be a regular presence on site during construction so must enjoy this collaborative aspect of the role. We require an in-depth knowledge of FF&E and extensive experience working with UK clients.

The primary responsibilities are, but not limited to: 

• to manage your own projects from concept to completion
• to assist the creative director where necessary by creating detailed technical specifications and drawings, including but not limited to general floor plans, kitchens, bathrooms, bespoke joinery and architectural details
• ensuring the design meets the brief and is delivered to the agreed timelines and within budget
• research, prepare and present high-quality design proposals including  but not limited to concepts, mood boards, room layouts and material boards
• liaise competently and confidently with clients to communicate ideas effectively
• liaise competently with building contractors, architects and project managers
• to monitor the time spent on each project against the allocated timelines
• preparation of complete Tender & Construction Interior Design packages
• manage FF&E research, sourcing, specification, procurement and supply processes
• use BIID knowledge hub to keep up to date with the UK interior design industry by completing regular CPD courses
• to maintain current knowledge and interest in trends and materials, techniques, and other developments in interior design
• to attend to regular networking opportunities to improve skills and current design knowledge

Experience and qualifications:

• relevant interior design experience preferably with Interior Architecture experience
• minimum of six years’ professional experience (minimum 4 years UK based)
• experienced in liaising competently with clients and communicate ideas quickly and efficiently
• have a solid understanding of Interior Design process and stages – specifically the RIBA BIID design stages
• AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Canva experience or knowledge is ideal but not required
• understand the complexities of design and finishing details
• excellent research and sourcing skills
• ability to apply a sense of style to create aesthetically pleasing interiors
• strong visual design skills including proportion and aesthetics
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• ability to understand the complexities of design and finishing details
• good understanding of building codes and inspection regulations related to interiors
• awareness of client budgets and proven experience of designing accordingly
• be able to manage projects and procurement of FF&E
• be able to manage time efficiently and work to tight deadlines

Personal attributes and other requirements:

• ability to stay calm and focused while managing multiple ongoing projects
• self-driven, proactive, systematic, well organised and detail oriented
• exceptional communication skills and ability to articulate concepts and ideas to clients
• creative flair and passion for new and exciting design concepts
• efficient verbal and written communication skills
• collaborative team player

www.miakarlsson.co.uk

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