Senior FF&E Designer – Interior Design Job in London – 45,000 – 60,000

Overview

In London, you will lead FF&E design for high-profile hospitality and luxury residential projects, guiding concepts through installation. You will manage schemes, coordinate procurement, and ensure design intent is delivered on site. The role requires strong leadership within small teams and collaboration across large project groups. You’ll contribute creative direction, develop detailed specifications, and oversee supplier coordination. This is an opportunity to shape premium environments on international projects while mentoring peers.

Pay / Benefits

• salary 43,000-58,000
• hybrid working
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• private healthcare

Responsibilities

• Lead FF&E design development from concept through final installation across multiple project types
• Develop creative concepts and translate ideas into deliverable design schemes
• Prepare detailed FF&E specifications, schedules, and sample boards for client/contractor use
• Coordinate with procurement to manage sourcing, budgets, and value engineering
• Design bespoke furniture items and produce technical drawings for manufacturing
• Attend site visits/meetings to monitor installation and resolve issues
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with project intent
• Support and mentor junior team members while upholding high standards

Key requirements

• Minimum 8 years experience in hospitality, restaurant, or high-end residential interior design
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, and FF&E specification software platforms
• Demonstrated ability to manage FF&E packages across multiple stages with strong technical understanding
• Excellent communication skills with clients, consultants, and suppliers
• Strong organisational skills to manage deadlines across concurrent projects
• Proactive mindset with ownership of design decisions and project responsibilities
• Detailed knowledge of materials, finishes, furniture sourcing, and traditional/contemporary styles
• Fluent English for clear written and verbal presentations

• leadership
• communication
• proactivity
• AutoCAD
• Photoshop
• InDesign

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