Associate Interior Designer in Bristol

Are you a visionary Associate Interior Designer ready to align your career with a practice that values People, Planet, and Purpose as much as you do? At Stride Treglown, we don't just design buildings; we create people-focused places. As an employee‑owned, inclusive practice, we give you more than just a seat at the table—we give you a voice in how we work and where we're headed. We are looking for a creative powerhouse to join our Bristol studio, leading high‑profile commercial and private sector projects across the UK.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal leadership role within a growing, diverse team. You will be the driving force behind complex standalone commissions and large‑scale multi-disciplinary projects, with a specific focus on Commercial Repositioning and Reuse.

• Lead & Deliver: Manage projects from initial concept to final handover, ensuring design narratives are translated into flawless technical packages.
• Win Work: Use your pitching prowess to secure new commissions and expand our commercial footprint.
• Innovate: Apply deep knowledge of sustainability and circular principles to deliver future‑proofed spaces.
• Partner: Act as a trusted advisor to key clients, managing relationships with commercial acumen.
• Mentor: Inspire and grow the next generation of design talent within the studio.

What You'll Bring

• The Experience: 8-10 years post‑qualification experience (Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture).
• The Track Record: A portfolio showcasing excellence in the commercial/private sector, particularly in “Reposition and Reuse.”
• The Edge: Strong work‑winning skills and the ability to pitch compelling design stories to high‑level stakeholders.
• The Mindset: A collaborative, proactive approach to multi‑disciplinary working and a passion for achieving ambitious sustainability targets.
• The Appetite: For producing Revit technical information in conjunction with AI generative tools to create credible and buildable design solutions.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership: We are owned by our people. You'll have a genuine stake in our success.
• Career Autonomy: We pride ourselves on helping you develop your career in the direction you want it to go.
• Inclusion: We are dedicated to building a team that represents the communities we serve.
• Balance: A progressive, supportive environment that understands the modern professional's needs.
• Full‑time contract with flexible working hours.
• A comprehensive benefit package including private healthcare.
• A contemporary working environment in an excellent location.

Why Stride Treglown?

Stride Treglown is registered as a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We are committed to changing behaviours and cultures with inclusive recruitment practices. We believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, background, disability, or marital status can bring their full purpose to life. We will provide a fully accessible recruitment process and offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.