Interior Designer in Southampton

IKEA Southampton are looking to welcome an Interior Designer, in IKEA we call this an Interior Design Co-Worker. We are looking for a passionate and creative interior designer to join our IKEA store team. As an interior designer, you will bring visions to life with innovative and functional design solutions. Your responsibilities will include space planning, selecting IKEA products and materials, and ensuring each project aligns with our brand's aesthetic and practical standards.

If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of style, and a desire to create beautiful, functional spaces using IKEA's extensive range of products, we would love to hear from you! Note this is a hands-on role where you will be using tools, ladders, and working throughout the store to design and implement projects, display rooms, etc.

What we offer:

• The Start Date of employment will be 26 July 2026.
• Interviews will be between 02 and 08 July.
• Starting salary of £27,541 per annum, based on competence and experience.
• 39 hours a week, working 5 days over 7, including occasional weekends to support business needs.
• Shift patterns ordinarily 07:30am to 16:00pm. We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

Working with us has its rewards:

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Given Day - Additional days’ paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks.
• Other benefits available – as part of the program.

What you’ll need to have:

• You have a qualification in interior design.
• A working knowledge in design software such as Autodesk REVIT, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
• You are excited about home furnishings, design and how people live, and have the ability to generate new ideas to inspire our customers.
• You have a hands-on approach, feeling at ease working with various hand tools and comfortable working at heights.
• You can work comfortably and reliably in an autonomous way, ensuring you use your organisational and project management skills to see through projects efficiently and effectively.
• You can manage your time well.

What you'll be doing day to day:

• Use Interior Design competence to strengthen the uniqueness of the IKEA identity, and inspire and surprise our visitors specifically through soft furnishing and styling.
• Work with our commercial calendar, plan inspiring commercial displays for the store, the majority of your time will be spent implementing and bringing your plans to life on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure a seamless shopping experience.
• Contribute to positioning the IKEA store as the first choice for home furnishing in your local market.
• Stay updated on trends in home furnishing and retail experience.

We care for the people:

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

Recruitment process information:

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. Please attach an updated CV, cover letter and portfolio with your application so we can get to know you better. Candidates selected for interview will be sent a task to complete prior to interview. The task will be presented at interview (don't worry, our interviews are relaxed and friendly!). The interviews will be carried out face-to-face.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email ari.davies-ho4@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!