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Studio Seilern Architects is hiring an interior designer and FF&E specialist to join its team in London.

About Studio Seilern Architects

Studio Seilern Architects is a London and Florida based international creative practice established in 2005 by Christina Seilern RIBA with the intent of producing exceptional, transformational architecture that lasts, working across geographies, building sizes and typologies. Our diverse portfolio of built work spans the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa.

As our go-to interiors expert for workplace and FF&E, you’ll be involved in every stage, from early concept to final installation. You’ll lead the selection, specification, and storytelling of furniture, finishes, and layouts that elevate the entire experience of a space.

You’ll work on large-scale, design-led corporate offices for global brands – the kind of projects where every detail matters and good design makes a measurable impact.

The role:

• minimum six to eight years’ post-graduate experience with a strong background in large-scale high-end workplace projects
• lead design research for projects, particularly during concept development. The task includes activities ranging from finding mood images for a particular design approach, to establishing information about the specific site
• understand SSA’s stylistic design standards to ensure they are adhered to at all stages of a project
• ability to understand the complexities of design and finishing details. Strong knowledge of joinery detailing
• highly organised and resourceful with a keen eye for colour, materials, and details
• strong knowledge of suppliers, collating and delivering FF&E design schemes
• ability to work across all RIBA work stages with an in-depth understanding of UK building regulations and codes
• ability to communicate effectively with the design team and suppliers. On-site experience during construction phase and confidence to deal with contractor is desirable
• strong free-hand sketching skills are desirable

Qualifications and IT skillset:

• degree level in Interior architecture or interior design
• highly proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit, Adobe Suite, and visualisation tools like SketchUp, Enscape or similar

Benefits:

• salary dependent on experience
• a performance related discretionary bonus system available
• fruit, snacks and refreshments available for all staff members
• office social event
• 20 days annual leave plus three discretionary days over the Christmas period
• selected professional annual subscription fee reimbursement
• regular CPD seminars and events to cover training needs
• time Off in Lieu is available for pre-approved overtime exceeding specified hours

The position is full-time, attending our West London Studio five days a week.

Please submit a CV and portfolio along with a brief cover letter detailing your current salary, expected salary and notice period via the apply for job button below.

Studio Seilern Architects is an equal opportunities employer.

www.studioseilern.com