At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting furniture projects from concept to installation in a creative studio.
- Company: Join Francis Sultana, a renowned design studio known for luxury interiors and collectible design.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for international travel.
- Other info: Collaborate with top artisans and enjoy excellent career growth in a prestigious studio.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the world of high-end design and craftsmanship.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in furniture design, strong technical skills, and a passion for craftsmanship.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Francis Sultana UK, a division of David Gill Gallery, is seeking a Senior Furniture & Production Manager to join its growing team. The successful candidate will become part of a highly regarded and innovative studio creating collectible design, lighting and prestigious interiors globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead furniture projects from concept through manufacture, delivery, and installation.
- Coordinate production schedules, quotations, purchase orders, budgets, and project costs.
- Manage suppliers, manufacturers, artisans, and contractors.
- Proactively identify and resolve technical, production, and programme challenges.
- Develop and technically resolve designs while maintaining design intent.
- Produce CAD models, technical drawings, specifications, renders, and manufacturing documentation.
- Review production through workshop, supplier, warehouse, and site visits.
- Prepare installation and care documentation.
Experience & Skills
- Extensive knowledge of furniture construction, manufacturing processes, materials, and specialist finishes.
- Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and budget management experience.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Rhino 3D, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in furniture design and production within luxury residential, hospitality, collectible design, or high-end furniture environments.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Furniture Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, or a related discipline.
- Strong technical understanding of bronze, brass, steel, wood, stone, resin, upholstery, and decorative finishes.
- Excellent technical drawing, detailing, and 3D modelling skills.
- Proven experience in quality control and production problem-solving.
- Ability to travel internationally when required.
Desirable
- Excellent freehand sketching and drawing skills.
- Additional European language(s).
- A keen practical interest in furniture making and craftsmanship.
How to Apply
Please email a CV, portfolio, and cover letter to the email below. Deadline for application: 23:59 on 18/09/2026.
Contact email: [email protected]
About Francis Sultana
Francis Sultana is an internationally acclaimed interior design and furniture studio renowned for creating collectible design, bespoke furniture, lighting, and luxury residential and hospitality interiors worldwide. Working with leading collectors and private clients across the world, the studio is celebrated for its distinctive approach to craftsmanship, materiality, and sculptural form.
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