Senior Interior Designer

Are you an experienced interior designer with UK retail design experience? Are you happy working on both creative concepts as well as the more technical aspects of bringing a project to life? Would you like to join a friendly, inclusive, values-led team at WDC Creative, supporting an amazing portfolio of clients? If so, then we want to hear from you and see your portfolio.

WDC Creative is a full-service design consultancy based in Manchester, using our specialist expertise to strengthen the brands we work with by creating inspiring spaces. Our clients operate across multiple sectors including retail, hospitality, leisure, and marine. We are committed to delivering quality, creativity and added value. We also consider the sustainability of everything we do, challenging ourselves to make responsible design decisions.

Due to recent business growth, we’re looking for a talented experienced interior designer to join our team (minimum of 5 years' relevant UK work experience after graduating). This is a full-time role working out of our office in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. Hands-on experience of retail design projects is something we’re particularly keen to find.

The role will include the following aspects:

• Generating initial concepts and ideas for retail and leisure environments – providing the necessary supporting visuals, moodboards, plans, and information to bring your designs to life.
• General research and specification of lighting, furnishings, fittings, materials, and finishes.
• Demonstrating strategic design thinking to ensure concepts are fully considered from an end-user perspective.
• Liaising with clients, confidently managing projects to deliver their expectations.
• Attending meetings on-site with contractors where necessary, ensuring the results are true to the initial creative vision.
• Creating detailed and accurate drawing packages.
• Continually looking for ways to improve how we work and operate.
• Managing and mentoring design team members to ensure our collective skills continue to develop.

What we’d like you to bring:

• Degree-level education in interior design or similar subject.
• At least 5 years of experience working in interior design in the UK after completing your degree.
• A positive ‘can-do' attitude and the ability to work collaboratively to share your ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an excellent command of English.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A love of teamwork, plus the confidence and self-motivation to work under your own steam when necessary.
• Proficiency in AutoCad (and the ability to develop floorplans and elevations) - ESSENTIAL.
• Sketchup (and the ability to use rendering software) - ESSENTIAL.
• Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Indesign and Photoshop) - ESSENTIAL.
• Enscape - DESIRABLE.

What we can offer you:

• A great selection of clients to work with - no day is ever the same and you won’t get bored!
• A collaborative, inclusive, supportive, and flexible working environment – we understand the importance of 'give and take' and recognise that we need to work together to get the best results.
• 28 days holiday per year pro rata (plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday).
• Competitive salary.
• Free private health insurance, life insurance, income replacement.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Please send us a cover letter with your CV, PLUS A PORTFOLIO WHICH SHOWCASES YOUR EXPERIENCE. We look forward to hearing from you.