Rigby & Rigby has an exciting opportunity for a talented, passionate Senior interior designer to join our multi-disciplinary team of professionals specialising in ultra-prime residential design.

Location
Mayfair, London

About you

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience specialising in high-end residential interior design and an extensive knowledge base of high-end suppliers
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster relationships with both clients and colleagues
• Excellent visual and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead presentations
• Highly Creative
• Team-player with the ability to work independently
• Flexible approach to leading multiple, concurrent projects at various stages of development
• Forward thinker who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
• High proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Esti PC (or similar)
• Experienced in technical drawing with exceptional detailing skills and construction knowledge

Responsibilities
As a Senior designer, your role will involve the following:

Project Management
• Attendance at initial meetings with client and Senior management to generate project brief
• Produce and oversee the production of complete drawing packages for projects
• Lead pitch preparation and the development of pitch material
• Ensure all meeting minutes are recorded and actions implemented
• Lead the development and implementation of design schemes
• Management of budgets and the production of programmes
• Ensure project completion in line with programme
• Issue of monthly progress reports
• Co-ordination of site requirements with sub-contractors
• Oversee sourcing and procurement of all goods (furniture, fabrics, accessories etc) and ensure these remain on schedule
• Monitor snagging and de-snagging
• Preparation of final account Esti

Client Liaison
• Responsible for managing and maintaining Client expectations
• Lead presentations to Clients
• Initiation and participation in progress meetings with the Client

People Management
• Line management of designers and junior designers
• Lead and motivate the design team to deliver high standards of quality and service
• Assist in the professional development of design team members and ensure that they are competent in all aspects of their role
• Encourage creative growth of Design team
• Day to day line management of resources and programme ensuring targets are met
• Actively propose improvements to systems and processes to maximise efficiencies

Other
• Represent Rigby & Rigby confidently across industry events
• Actively seek out new business opportunities
• Become well versed with the Rigby & Rigby Brand values and represent Rigby & Rigby as a brand ambassador
• Regular attendance at supplier and industry networking events

What we will do for you:
• 25 days holiday and an additional day off for your birthday
• Flexible finish on a Friday
• Company social events
• Charitable giving to support personal causes

At Rigby & Rigby, we believe that people are fundamental to the success of our business. We are committed to developing individuals and creating opportunity for growth and success.

To apply or to request further information please send your CV and portfolio along with your salary expectation to laura.spears@allect.com 

Rigby & Rigby has an exciting opportunity for a talented, passionate interior designer to join our multi-disciplinary team of professionals specialising in ultra-prime residential design.

Location
Mayfair, London

About you

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience specialising in high-end residential interior design and a broad knowledge base of high-end suppliers
• Strong organisational skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritise multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build relationships with both Clients and colleagues
• Strong visual and verbal communication skills
• Team-player, with the ability to work independently
• Ability and flexibility to focus on a single project or multiple, concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Forward thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Esti PC (or similar)

Responsibilities
As a mid-level interior designer, you will report into the Senior Designers. Your role will involve the following:

Project Deliverables
• Preparation of drawing and material boards for presentations
• Use knowledge of fabrics, furniture, lighting, window treatments, floor treatments, ironmongery etc. to propose options that meet expectation and fall within budget
• Procurement of all FF&E items related to a project including placing, monitoring and tracking all purchases, as well as ensuring quality control
• Active involvement in project design development
• Provide project team coordination for finish plans, specifications and material selections required for construction
• Set up/ create complete drawing package, including floor plans, internal elevations, finish plans, details to company standards
• Implement revisions to drawings and details following mark ups
• Produce joinery/ custom furniture and fixture drawings and details which meet specific program requirements whilst also representing an overall design concept
• Produce overall project schedule and maintain that all deadlines are met
• Produce FF&E Estimates, mood boards and presentations
• Coordinate all consultant meetings
• Coordinate project installation and completion

Client Liaison
• Participate in Client presentations and meetings

Other
• Assist in preparation of new business pitches
• Become familiar with the Rigby & Rigby Brand values and develop the ability to represent Rigby & Rigby as a brand ambassador
• Regular attendance at supplier and industry events

What we will do for you:
• 25 days holiday and an additional day off for your birthday
• Flexible finish on a Friday
• Company social events
• Charitable giving to support personal causes

At Rigby & Rigby, we believe that people are fundamental to the success of our business. We are committed to developing individuals and creating opportunity for growth and success.

To apply or to request further information please send your CV and portfolio along with your salary expectation to laura.spears@allect.com

Are you a graduate architect or interior designer looking to work in the London high-end residential market?

Rigby & Rigby offers four week placements for graduate interns at our studio in Mayfair.

To apply or for more information about our internship programme please send your CV and portfolio, or work samples, to intern@rigbyandrigby.com.