Job Description
Divisional Design Manager Role - Commercial Fit Out - London
A leading commercial fit-out contractor renowned for delivering award-winning workplaces for clients both in the UK and internationally is seeking a Divisional Design Manager to join their London team. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for an individual with a passion for design excellence, strategic oversight, and driving high-performance outcomes across multiple projects.
About the Role
People-First Leadership
At the core of the company’s values is its people. The Divisional Design Manager will play a pivotal role in cultivating a collaborative, innovative, and supportive culture, empowering teams and enabling creative solutions that truly benefit clients.
Strategic Oversight in Fit-Out and Refurbishment
With expertise spanning award-winning commercial fit-outs and transformative refurbishments, the organisation serves clients from ambitious start-ups to established global names. The Divisional Design Manager will provide strategic direction and oversight to multiple design teams, ensuring consistent delivery of excellence across both traditional and design & build procurement routes. This role is instrumental in setting and upholding design standards, managing complex project portfolios, and ensuring seamless integration of fit-out and refurbishment works.
Driving Value Through Transformation
The Divisional Design Manager will lead on repositioning and transforming London’s diverse building stock, delivering high-value projects that enhance assets for developers and occupiers. Their ability to manage design risk, optimise solutions, and see projects through from concept to completion is essential.
Championing Sustainability
Sustainability is a core value that shapes every decision within the business. The Divisional Design Manager will drive the sustainability agenda within their division, ensuring every project aligns with environmental goals and contributes to building a better future for London.
Ambition and Agility
Within an ambitious and agile organisation, the Divisional Design Manager will be expected to bring new ideas, challenge conventions, and continually improve the design offering. Their leadership will inspire teams to exceed client expectations and deliver outstanding workplaces.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive base salary
* Generous company bonus scheme (12–18%)
* Additional project-specific bonuses
* 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and a Christmas break
* A supportive, people-focused culture
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* And much more
This a unique opportunity for an ambitious candidate to make a tangible, lasting impact on some of the city’s most exciting commercial environments. The Divisional Design Manager will not only influence the design direction across high-profile projects but also play a key part in nurturing talent, driving innovation, and championing sustainable best practices.
If you are looking for the chance to elevate your career and feel you are a great fit for the role, we would love to hear from you.