Junior Interior Designer

We are seeking a Junior Interior Designer with a minimum of 1 - 2 years experience, in the luxury residential and commercial sectors, to work in our London studio. The ideal candidate will assist in working on all stages of a project within a team and under the direction of senior designers. You will share our fastidious attention to detail from concept to completion of a project as well as having a good understanding and respect for the Sims Hilditch design vision and aesthetic. With a natural flair for interiors, and knowledge of the industry, in this role you will help the team to deliver outstanding results for our clients.

Why Work at Sims Hilditch

Sims Hilditch is a leading name in the luxury interior design industry. We're not just about creating beautiful spaces; we're dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences and delivering excellence to our clients. Based in state-of-the-art studios, we are a friendly and collaborative team that works on a wide variety of high-end interior design projects across the UK and overseas. We are a multi-disciplinary studio made up of interior designers and dedicated procurement teams. Sims Hilditch was recently named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inspiring work environment.

What we're looking for

Project Deliverables

  • Deliver creative design projects, as part of a flexible team.
    Translate design concepts into detailed presentations and supporting documentation.
  • Support interior architecture team with plans, elevation, 3D modelling and scheduling.
  • Accompany senior team members to site visits and client presentations.
  • Provide admin support to the team, typing minutes, liaising with suppliers and inputting data.
  • Support procurement managers in organising samples and assisting on installations.
  • Support the business in its day-to-day functions and providing telephone support.
  • Build supplier relationships and look for creative and sustainable new approaches.
  • Assist our design librarian with maintaining a full and well organised sample library.
  • Assist the FF&E team with sourcing furniture, fabrics and developing bespoke furniture drawings.

Experience & Qualifications

Key Skills Required

  • Ability to work well under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines.
  • Flexible and open attitude to new ways of working.
  • Self-motivated, pro-active with ability to take initiative.
  • Good team player, both assisting and supporting team members.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • AutoCAD, In Design, PhotoShop, Sketchup, Microsoft Office, Free-hand sketching, procurement software is beneficial but not essential.
  • Full, clean UK Driving Licence.
  • Ideally 1 – 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

Social and Environmental Responsibility

  • Social Impact: Actively contribute to initiatives promoting social equity, diversity, and inclusion at workplace and in our community. Support the company’s efforts in community engagement and considered sourcing.
  • Environmental Stewardship: Play your part in helping achieve the company’s sustainability goals by implementing environmentally friendly practices. Identify opportunities to minimise the environmental impact of business activities, such as reducing waste, energy consumption, and promoting sustainable resource management.
  • Accountability: Collaborate across teams to develop and implement strategies that improve the company’s social and environmental impact.
  • Advocacy & Influence: Act as a champion for positive change by promoting and embedding social and environmental responsibility across the business. Inspire colleagues, share best practices, and advocate for initiatives that drive meaningful impact.

Flexibility is vital. We are a dynamic and growing team and while this job description reflects the core activities of the role, it’s not intended to cover every aspect and other duties may be required from time to time.

Benefits

  • Up to 22 days of annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
  • Studio closure between Christmas and New Year.
  • Early finish Fridays from June to August, and in December.
  • Staff discounts offered by many suppliers.
  • Birthday day off in addition to your annual holiday allowance.
  • Christmas present and birthday present from Sims Hilditch.
  • Professional development to support and strengthen you in your role.
  • Healthcare Support.
  • Enhanced maternity pay.
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Refer a friend scheme.

How to apply

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to Sims Hilditch's success story, apply now and be a part of our journey.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At Sims Hilditch, we know that a diverse workforce enriches any creative practice and comprises people from all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, and religion. We also recognise the moral, economic and social reasons to make diversity, inclusion, and equality central to our work.

As has been highlighted by the work of United in Design, there has been a lack of diversity within the UK interior design profession to date. Sims Hilditch knows there is more to do, and we are keen to listen. Our ambition is to help remove the barriers to entry and progression in the profession through greater equality across our work and improved recruitment and training of our staff. That includes widening our search when recruiting new team members and ensuring that any job we advertise underlines the fact that it is open to everyone.

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