Sims Hilditch is seeking an interior architectural designer to join its team in Gloucestershire or London, UK.

We are seeking an interior designer with a minimum of two to three years’ experience at mid-weight level, in the luxury residential and commercial sectors, to work between our Cotswolds and London studio.

Why Work at Sims Hilditch

Sims Hilditch is a leading name in the luxury interior design industry. We’re not just about creating beautiful spaces; we’re dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences and delivering excellence to our clients. Based in state-of-the-art studios, we are a friendly and collaborative team that works on a wide variety of high-end interior design projects across the UK and overseas. We are a multi-disciplinary studio made up of interior designers and dedicated procurement teams. Sims Hilditch was recently named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inspiring work environment.

What we’re looking for

The ideal candidate will be confident, technically proficient, and capable of working closely with the Design Leads and specialist interior architecture team to help shape the overall vision for each project. You will also be expected to manage your own clients and projects, working closely with other project team members to drive strong project performance. The role requires the production of detailed technical drawings, including floor plans and elevations, as well as bespoke joinery, custom furniture, and architectural detailing. A strong technical foundation and a thorough understanding of the build process are therefore essential.

Project deliverables:

deliver creative design projects, independently and alongside the other design team members
translate design concepts and client briefs into detailed presentations and supporting documentation
produce full detailed drawing packages in AutoCAD, including joinery, lighting and electrical layouts for tender and construction
confidence in working on all project stages in line with RIBA structure
liaise and coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, and the wider professional project teams during all stages of the project
attend client and site meetings, presenting ideas alongside senior design team members and independently
ability to problem solve
support the business in its day-to-day functions, mentoring junior members of the team when needed.

Key skills required:

proficiency in Auto CAD, In Design, Photoshop, Sketchup, Microsoft Office
free hand sketching a bonus but not essential
strong technical ability with proven experience producing detailed drawing packages
ability to work well under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines
comprehensive knowledge of joinery and architectural detailing
self-motivated, pro-active with ability to take initiative
good team player, both assisting and supporting team members
excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
excellent organisational skills
knowledgeable and passionate about design, with a strong understanding of materials and heritage buildings, and a keen eye for detail
full, clean UK driving licence

Social and environmental responsibility:

social impact: actively contribute to initiatives promoting social equity, diversity, and inclusion at workplace and in our community. Support the company’s efforts in community engagement and considered sourcing
environmental stewardship: play your part in helping achieve the company’s sustainability goals by implementing environmentally friendly practices. Identify opportunities to minimise the environmental impact of business activities, such as reducing waste, energy consumption, and promoting sustainable resource management
accountability: collaborate across teams to develop and implement strategies that improve the company’s social and environmental impact
advocacy and influence: act as a champion for positive change by promoting and embedding social and environmental responsibility across the business. Inspire colleagues, share best practices, and advocate for initiatives that drive meaningful impact.

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be required from time to time within the changing environment of a growing business alongside a flexible approach to work.

Benefits:

up to 22 days of annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
studio closure between Christmas and New Year
early finish Fridays from June to August, and in December
staff discounts offered by many suppliers
birthday day off in addition to your annual holiday allowance
Christmas present and birthday present from Sims Hilditch
professional development to support and strengthen you in your role
healthcare support
enhanced maternity pay
workplace pension scheme
refer a friend scheme

How to apply

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to Sims Hilditch’s success story, apply now and be a part of our journey.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement At Sims Hilditch, we know that a diverse workforce enriches any creative practice and comprises people from all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, and religion. We also recognise the moral, economic and social reasons to make diversity, inclusion, and equality central to our work.

As has been highlighted by the work of United in Design, there has been a lack of diversity within the UK interior design profession to date. Sims Hilditch knows there is more to do, and we are keen to listen. Our ambition is to help remove the barriers to entry and progression in the profession through greater equality across our work and improved recruitment and training of our staff. That includes widening our search when recruiting new team members and ensuring that any job we advertise underlines the fact that it is open to everyone.

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