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Junior- Intermediate Interior Designer New

Job reference

240795_1782377282

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£28000 - £36000 per annum + Company Benefits

Location

Leeds

Industry sector

Building, Construction

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

25/06/2026

Closing date

16/07/2026

Job Title: Junior- Intermediate Interior Designer

Location: Leeds

Salary: £28-36,000+ DOE

About the company:

An award-winning, AJ100 architectural and design practice is seeking a talented Junior- Intermediate Interior Designer to join its growing Leeds studio. With a network of design studios across the UK and a reputation for delivering thoughtful, people-centred design, the practice works across a diverse range of sectors including workplace, residential, hospitality, leisure, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will have proven industry experience within a UK interior design practice and will be confident supporting projects through all stages of design and delivery. Joining a collaborative and creative team, they will have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects while continuing to develop their technical and design expertise within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Benefits

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Hybrid working opportunities

* Bonus scheme

* Life assurance

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Ongoing training, mentoring and career development support

* Regular social and team-building activities

* Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors

* Inclusive, collaborative and design-led studio culture

Key Responsibilities

* Assist in the development of interior design concepts and detailed design solutions

* Produce presentation materials, mood boards and client-facing documentation

* Prepare technical drawing packages and specifications

* Support FF&E selection, sourcing, and scheduling

* Work collaboratively with architects, designers, consultants, and clients

* Attend client meetings, site visits and project reviews

* Contribute to project delivery from concept design through to completion

* Ensure designs meet project objectives, budgets, and programme requirements

* Research materials, finishes and emerging design trends

* Support the delivery of high-quality, people-focused design solutions

Ideal Candidate

* Degree-qualified in Interior Design or a related discipline

* Industry experience within a UK interior design practice is essential- graduates cannot be considered

* Proven industry experience delivering commercial interior design projects is essential

* Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, technical understanding, and attention to detail

* Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite

* Experience producing technical drawing packages, specifications, and FF&E schedules

* Good understanding of UK building regulations, materials, and construction processes

* Excellent visual communication and presentation skills

* Strong organisational and time-management abilities

* Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

* Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to develop professionally within a growing practice

* Passion for creating functional, engaging and beautifully crafted interior environments