Interior Architect

Interior Architect – Interior Design Job in London with a specialist commercial design studio delivering retail refurbishment and fit-out projects across London.

This Permanent role is based in Central London with hybrid working available. You will lead projects from concept through to completion across all RIBA Stages.

The Interior Architect – Interior Design Job in London is suited to a qualified professional with a minimum of five years' UK commercial experience. Strong Vectorworks capability and experience delivering retail fit-out projects independently are essential.

Projects focus on retail refurbishment, new store rollouts and work within existing and listed buildings.

You will report directly to the Studio Director and take responsibility for project delivery, client liaison and on-site coordination.

Role & Responsibilities
* Lead commercial interior architecture and retail fit-out projects from concept to completion
* Deliver projects across all relevant RIBA Stages
* Prepare and present design concepts using Adobe Creative Suite
* Produce technical drawing packages in Vectorworks
* Undertake space planning and detailed construction drawings
* Coordinate architectural elements with building services engineers and consultants
* Specify materials, finishes and FF&E
* Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations
* Attend and lead client and contractor meetings
* Manage project programmes, documentation and reporting
* Undertake regular site visits across London and oversee snagging
* Support and mentor junior team members

Skills & Experience Required
* Degree in Interior Architecture, Architecture or Interior Design
* Minimum five years' post-qualification UK commercial project experience
* Strong experience in retail refurbishment and fit-out projects
* Proficiency in Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
* Excellent technical drawing and detailing ability
* Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations
* Experience working within existing or listed buildings advantageous
* Confident in client-facing and contractor meetings
* Strong organisational and project management skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Salary & Benefits
* £45,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid working, typically two to three days from home
* Flexible working hours with core hours 10am-4pm
* Enhanced parental leave
* Loyalty scheme offering additional annual leave
* Ongoing CPD and mentoring support
* Collaborative studio culture with regular team events

Apply
If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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