Senior Designer (Hospitality)

Job description

Sector: Luxury Hospitality, Superyachts & High-End Residential

Senior Designer

About Us

We are a leading international design studio specialising in luxury hospitality, superyachts, and high-end residential projects. Our work goes beyond creating beautiful spaces—we craft immersive, memorable experiences that celebrate exceptional design, craftsmanship, and contemporary luxury.

We are seeking a talented Senior Designer who combines creative vision with strong technical expertise. This role is ideal for a designer who can develop compelling concepts, lead projects with confidence, and deliver exceptional results from inception through to completion.

The Role

As a Senior Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering world-class design projects. You will lead the creative process, manage client relationships, and oversee project execution to ensure the highest standards of quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership

• Develop and drive the creative vision and design narrative for projects.
• Conduct research, create mood boards, and develop concepts that elevate the guest and residential experience.
• Translate ideas into distinctive and innovative design solutions.

Bespoke Design

• Design custom furniture, joinery, lighting, and decorative elements tailored to each project.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturers, and craftspeople to deliver unique design outcomes.
• Ensure all design details align with the overall project vision and brand standards.

Client Relationship Management

• Lead client presentations, workshops, and design reviews with professionalism and confidence.
• Communicate design concepts clearly and effectively to clients and project stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Delivery

• Manage projects from concept development through to installation and final styling.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and specialist artisans.
• Conduct site visits and oversee project implementation to ensure design integrity and quality standards are maintained.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and design documentation.

Team Development

• Mentor and support junior and mid-level designers.
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and high-performing studio environment.
• Contribute to design reviews and knowledge sharing across the team.

About You

Experience

• Minimum 6 years' experience in interior design, ideally within luxury hospitality, superyacht, or high-end residential sectors.
• Proven experience leading projects from concept through completion.
• Strong understanding of luxury design standards and client expectations.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong technical drawing and documentation capabilities.
• Hand sketching and visualisation skills are advantageous.

Design Sensibility

• Exceptional understanding of materials, finishes, textures, and spatial design.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating highly considered environments.
• Ability to balance creativity with practical project delivery requirements.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, organised, and solution-oriented.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative team player with strong leadership potential.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on prestigious international hospitality, superyacht, and residential projects.
• International travel opportunities for site visits and project delivery.
• A collaborative and creative studio environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to industry-leading designers, suppliers, and craftspeople.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English