Job Title: Senior Interior Designer
Location: Colchester, Essex CO5
Type: Full-Time
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Please Note: We do not have offer any sponsorship.
We're seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead residential projects, with a focus on show homes and amenity spaces. A key part of this role is pitching bold design concepts directly to clients and winning their confidence, alongside taking projects from concept through to completion. You'll work closely with our Head of Design, Creative Director, and Project Managers to deliver standout interiors, while confidently managing client relationships and thriving in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
• Annual Leave: 31 days
• Progressive Annual Leave: Increases by 1 day each year after your first full year (up to 5 extra days).
• Birthday Leave: One additional day off on your birthday (post-probation).
• Social Events: Year-round events organised by our Social Committee.
• Private Medical Insurance: Optional after 1 year of service.
• Long Service Awards: Given every 5 years of continuous service.
• Employee of the Quarter: Rewards for top performers each quarter.
• Office Perks: Free tea, coffee, snacks, kitchen facilities, and breakout spaces.
• Beer Fridge Fridays: Weekly drinks to unwind and connect.
• Referral Program: Reward for successful candidate referrals.
• Pirkx Benefits: Access to health, wellness, and lifestyle perks from day one.
• Auto-Enrolment Pension: 3% employer contribution via Scottish Widows (after 3 months).
• Performance Bonus: Discretionary profit-sharing bonus (prorated if mid-year start).
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead residential interior design projects, especially show homes, from concept through to completion
* Confidently pitch and present design concepts to clients in person and online
* Prepare compelling mood boards, layouts, and FF&E specifications
* Oversee procurement, budgets, and supplier coordination
* Partner with Project Managers to ensure smooth delivery and site implementation
* Mentor junior designers and foster a collaborative team environment
What You'll Bring:
Degree in Interior Design or similar
3–5+ years' experience in residential interiors, with a strong show home portfolio
Confident presenting to clients and managing expectations
Skilled in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office
Strong project management, timekeeping, and communication skills
Comfortable working across multiple projects in a fast-paced studio
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between London and Essex