Junior to Intermediate Interior Designer

Role Overview

An award-winning architectural and design practice with AJ100 recognition is looking to add a Junior to Intermediate Interior Designer to its Leeds studio in West Yorkshire. The business operates from multiple design studios across the UK and is known for creating thoughtful, people-focused spaces. This role sits within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and offers the chance to contribute to a wide range of projects while building technical and creative capability.

About the Work

The studio delivers projects across workplace, residential, hospitality, leisure, and mixed-use sectors. The appointed designer will support projects throughout the full design and delivery process, working closely with architects, consultants, clients, and fellow designers.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary is GBP 28,000 to GBP 36,000 plus depending on experience. The package also includes a range of employee benefits and development support.

• Attractive salary and wider benefits package
• Hybrid working options
• Performance bonus scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training, mentoring, and career progression support
• Regular team events and social activities
• Exposure to a varied portfolio spanning multiple sectors
• Inclusive, collaborative, design-led studio culture

Key Responsibilities

This position involves helping shape interior design concepts and bringing projects through to completion. The designer will also prepare presentation and technical outputs, coordinate finishes and furnishings, and take part in client and project meetings.

• Support the creation of interior concepts and detailed design proposals
• Prepare presentation boards, mood boards, and client documentation
• Develop technical drawing packs and written specifications
• Assist with FF&E selection, sourcing, and scheduling
• Collaborate with architects, consultants, clients, and the wider design team
• Join client meetings, site inspections, and project review sessions
• Contribute across all project stages, from concept design to final delivery
• Help ensure work aligns with project goals, budgets, and timelines
• Research materials, finishes, and current design trends
• Support the delivery of high-quality, people-centred interiors

Candidate Profile

The ideal applicant is a qualified interior designer with practical UK practice experience. Graduate applications are not being considered for this role. A strong portfolio, technical confidence, and the ability to work well in a team are important.

• Degree qualified in Interior Design or a closely related subject
• Previous experience in a UK interior design practice is required; graduates are not eligible
• Proven background in commercial interior design projects
• Portfolio showing creativity, technical ability, and strong attention to detail
• Competent in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience producing technical drawings, specifications, and FF&E schedules
• Solid understanding of UK building regulations, materials, and construction methods
• Strong visual communication and presentation skills
• Well-developed organisation and time management skills
• Comfortable working within multidisciplinary teams
• Energetic, proactive, and motivated to grow within a developing practice
• Interest in designing functional, engaging, and well-crafted interior environments

Additional Information

Location for the role is Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The position is based onsite. The original advert also encouraged interested candidates to share an updated CV and portfolio.