Kristina Zanic Consultants is renowned for delivering originality, quality, and style across world-class hospitality, leisure, commercial, and residential projects. Guided by our core values — Visionary, Integrity, Flexible, Empowering, and Passionate — we create spaces that inspire and endure.
We are seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our hospitality team in Central London and take the lead on high-profile projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and detail-driven designer with a passion for luxury interiors and a strong knowledge of global suppliers, materials, and design trends.
What You’ll Do
Senior Interior Designers will plan and organize the design of several project types. Projects may take place in a range of settings, including:
* hotels
* office spaces
* retail locations, e.g. shops, cafes, forecourts
* leisure spaces, e.g. cinema, holiday complexes
* residential developments; apartment buildings
* domestic properties
* public buildings, e.g. cinemas, museums and civic building
* Developing creative ideas and acquiring key information about potential projects, discussing requirements in detail with clients (the brief) and setting project schedules
* Understanding individual clients' needs and the needs of the people using the space, developing design concepts in consultation with the client and establishing final briefs
* Considering materials and costs according to set budgets and reviewing quotes from suppliers
* Conducting feasibility studies for projects
* Producing 'sample' or 'mood' boards for presentation to clients
* Sourcing products, for example fittings, furniture, lighting, finishes, decoration items, and providing samples for clients; this will include obtaining costs for all items and coordinating budgets
* Preparing detailed working drawings, designs, plans, models and schemes, often using computer-aided design (CAD) or relevant software
* Independent drawing and specification documentation packages review for technical, operational, cost suitability and design for projects run by other designers
* Surveying buildings
* Coordinating with Suppliers and having a knowledgeable grasp of technical details and requirements
* Supervising work at the design stage and on-site
* Working closely with quantity surveyors to establish costs and work schedules on projects where required. Working with architects and other design professionals to determine the best use of space, and with manufacturers and contractors when required in a specific phase
* Lead by example and ensure the team are providing a professional level of service and consistently exhibiting Kristina Zanic Consultants Service Standard and Values
Other Responsibilities
* Lead the project team and work in a team with other designers in all phases, from start to completion, of projects undertake.
* Mentoring other designers on technical, operational, cost suitability and design detailing
* Identify and manage resources require for the project and constantly review and feedback to Design Principal/Design Director or the manager in charge
* Assist and work together as part of a team, creating and maintaining a harmonious work environment. Be readily available always to deal with problems or concerns
* Ensure Company rules & procedures are followed in accordance with the Employee Handbook
* Ensure full use of the filing system and databases
* Be punctual and on time to commence work
* Be responsible for ensuring that a professional, neat and tidy appearance is always portrayed, including leading by example through maintaining high standards of morale and appearance
What We’re Looking For
* Minimum Bachelor's Degree in in Interior Design or Architecture
* A proven record of success in a senior interior designer level
* At least 10 years’ senior level experience of management of people and resources
* A wide knowledge of the design industry
* An understanding of financial management and wider management principles and techniques
* Presentation skills
* Able to handle situations with an appreciation of the demands of conflicting interests and of meeting both project and statutory requirements
* A very high level of commercial awareness
* Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Why Join Us?
At Kristina Zanic Consultants, you’ll be part of a collaborative and visionary team that values creativity, innovation, and excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic international projects, develop long-term supplier relationships, and make a lasting impact in the design world.
If you are passionate about shaping spaces with originality and precision, we’d love to hear from you.