Job type: full-time/permanent
Required for our busy head office, you will join our retail design team, assisting on Japan shop design projects from concept to detailed design. Working in a small team you will design and implement interior design and furnishing schemes for new and existing shops and be a technically minded interior/furniture designer.
Responsibilities:
assist with the design and produce concept, layout and detailed drawing packages for new and existing retail projects
design level will include detailed furniture and fixture design, lighting layout and finishing schedules
work with the designers and produce sample boards to meet the commercial and aesthetic requirements
assist with multiple projects liaising with project managers, consultants and contractors ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget
attend meetings with shop designers to input and update on current projects
work with existing fixture and fittings, producing detailed drawings to allow for any modifications
Essential experience and skills required:
to be educated to degree level with a minimum 2.1 degree in Interior Design, Architecture (Part-I) or Interior Architecture/Design degree or equivalent
advanced computer literacy skills including Vectorworks
demonstrated experience in high-end interior or furniture design environment
competent at producing excellent accurate and detailed drawings
experience working with manufacturers, and business partners in disparate locations
proven project management experience
About you:
the ability to think creatively, visualise design concepts and explain these to others
excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
an excellent eye for design including colour and 3D awareness
highly systematic and well organised
be numerate with exceptional problem solving skills
culturally sensitive with the ability to work with people at all levels
able to use initiative and work to set deadlines on multiple projects
able to travel in the UK and internationally
www.paulsmith.co.uk/uk-en/shop/
Application deadline: May 12, 2015
How to apply
Please download the essential Information Pack from our website www.paulsmith.co.uk/careers.
On applying please include:
cover letter
CV
your current salary and salary expectations
work examples totalling no more than ten pages
the Job Reference number 0002
please note the closing date for applications is 12 May 2015.
Please send your application to recruitment@paulsmith.co.uk
Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community.
Please note that only successful applicants will be notified.