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RWD is seeking a mid-weight FF&E designer to join its team in Hampshire, UK.

RWD is on the lookout for new talent and we are currently hiring a mid-weight FF&E designer to join our team.

RWD is one of the world’s leading superyacht design studios, passionate about designing and creating distinctive custom yacht interiors and exteriors that respond to clients’ aspirations with innovation, clarity and vision. From our design studio on the South Coast of England, our team of highly skilled designers, have been creating the most prestigious, original superyachts for over three decades.

RWD is built on a genuine commitment to the highest possible standards – for our clients and for our people.  We value talent, dedication and excellence.

Job description

The FF&E designer is responsible for managing the FF&E aspect of projects, liaising with the internal and external teams to ensure that they are delivered on time, in budget and to an exceptional standard. International travel is an essential part of this role. The role will also require you to oversee and mentor junior team members.

Working with the full project team and shipyard to ensure the successful on-board implementation and installation of all FF&E items.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• three to five plus years’ experience of FF&E design for luxury yachts or high end residential projects, with experience of the FF&E design and curation process from concept to completion
• keen interest in sustainable design practices and materials that result in a positive social and environmental impact
• extensive knowledge of unique suppliers, both in the UK and overseas
• the ability to work as part of a team and have brilliant interpersonal skills
• strong knowledge of materials and finishes and their implementation on board a yacht
• excellent communication skills and eloquence to convey ideas with curated presentations, themes and schemes etc
• strong IT skills: InDesign, Photoshop, AutoCAD, MS Office, Excel
• excellent time management skills

What we offer:

• an inspiring studio environment in the New Forest National Park
• flexible working hours with the option of working remotely for part of the week
• competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus
• fully subsidised healthcare insurance scheme
• B Corp Certified Company