Skills

Communication Leadership Time Management AutoCAD SketchUp Decision-making Attention to detail Photoshop

Job Specifications

Job Title: Senior Interior Designer

Sector: Luxury Hospitality | High-End Hotels | F&B

Contract: Full Time Contract - 9 months (maternity cover)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (1D Office; 4D WFH)

Location: London

Salary: £55,000 pro rata

The Opportunity:

We are representing one of the world's most influential and fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality brands. Known for creating "places that tell stories," our client is currently undergoing a period of rapid global expansion. We are seeking a high-calibre, autonomous Freelance FF&E Specialist to join their award-winning design team for a critical four-month project.

This is a rare opportunity to cover a maternity cover role, at the forefront of hospitality design, contributing to iconic global portfolios during a high-velocity growth phase.

The Role:

You will bring together strong creative vision with a rigorous technical approach. The ideal candidate will have a well-established background in high-end hospitality and F&B projects, supported by a portfolio demonstrating successfully completed of these areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Concept Creation & Visual Development: Ability to originate strong interior design concepts and translate them into clear, well-structured presentation material for clients. Confident in expressing design ideas through both 2D and 3D visual exploration, supported by curated imagery that defines the overall creative direction.
FF&E Design Leadership: Comprehensive understanding of FF&E design and sourcing, including the creation of original design solutions and custom drawing packages. Experienced in guiding projects through every stage of the process—from concept and specification to supplier coordination, prototyping, procurement management, and final installation.
Sector Experience: Solid professional experience within hospitality design, particularly within public spaces and food & beverage environments. Exposure to residential projects would be considered an advantage.
Material & Supplier Expertise: Extensive familiarity with a wide range of materials, finishes, and specialist FF&E suppliers, supporting informed design specification and sourcing.
Professional Qualities: A motivated and collaborative individual who contributes positively within a team environment while building strong working relationships with both colleagues and clients. Highly organised with strong decision-making ability, excellent time management, and a proactive approach to learning. Maintains consistent precision and attention to detail throughout every phase of a project.

Requirements:

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, and InDesign is essential.
Deep understanding of global materials and finishes and a well-developed network of trusted suppliers.
The role requires someone who can quickly integrate into a project environment, confidently managing the complexities of refurbishment work within fast-paced studio settings.
Strong communication skills are equally important, with the ability to clearly convey design intent and collaborate effectively within a dynamic, high-performing team.

Why Apply?

Prestige: Work with a globally sought-after design powerhouse at the peak of their expansion.
Impact: Take ownership of public-facing spaces in high-visibility lifestyle hotels.
Future Growth: While this is a maternity cover of 9 months contract, the scale of our client's global pipeline often leads to extended opportunities for the right talent.

How to Apply:

Things are moving fast. If you are a specialist who meets all the above criteria and is available immediately, please submit your CV and a PDF Portfolio (or link) highlighting your hospitality and F&B experience and technical packages.

About the Company

Jak Consultancy is a specialist recruitment company covering the Architecture, Interior Design, Design & Build and Furniture industries. For over 25 years now, the Jak team has been dedicated to establishing, nurturing and maintaining close, personal and professional relationships with clients and candidates alike. It is only by thoroughly understanding your requirements that we enable you to stand out from the crowd and shine in what is an extremely competitive market place. Know more