Harrods Senior Interior Designer
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Luxury Furniture & Homewares
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Harrods seeks a Senior Interior Designer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in London to lead luxury interior projects.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple luxury interior design projects from inception through completion
- Create and oversee high-quality design packages including technical drawings, specifications, and bespoke joinery documentation
- Present and communicate design concepts confidently to clients, stakeholders, and internal teams
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to meet commercial and quality targets
- Collaborate with procurement to ensure products are specified accurately and delivered on time
- Conduct site visits to maintain design integrity and quality standards throughout project execution
- Oversee bespoke design elements including FF&E and custom joinery
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior designers, supporting their professional development
Qualifications
- Proven extensive experience in luxury or high-end interior design
- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects end-to-end, including budget and timeline management
- Strong technical proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
- Excellent client-facing and communication skills
- Portfolio of luxury and/or high-end interior design projects required for application
Skills
Experience
Proven experience delivering luxury interior design projects with demonstrated expertise in managing multiple concurrent projects end-to-end. Applicants should exhibit strong leadership capabilities and a track record of collaborating successfully with senior stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams in fast-paced commercial environments.
Education
Not explicitly stated; reasonable to infer a relevant qualification such as a degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or equivalent professional qualification is expected.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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