Interior Design Manager

WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US. At Welltower, we’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate. As a global leader in residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure, we create vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday. We’re looking for bold, independent thinkers who thrive on challenge, embrace complexity, and are driven to deliver long-term value. Every team member is empowered to think like an owner, innovate fearlessly, and lead from where they stand. If you’re passionate about outcomes and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare infrastructure, we want you on our best-in-class team.

SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Interior Designer to join our industry-leading S&P 500 REIT. This role involves managing large-scale design solutions for senior living residential real estate. With over $70 billion in assets across 2,000 properties in three countries, this position will specifically support our UK portfolio. This is a field-based role, requiring a home office and frequent travel to properties within the assigned area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and collaborate with department leadership to develop innovative, cost-effective design presentations that align with the company’s brand identity and functional needs.
• Oversee the research and selection of appropriate materials, finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment for all projects.
• Ensure principles of functional space planning, ergonomics, and ADA accessibility are incorporated into design solutions.
• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, onsite construction teams, division leadership, and vendors to ensure design intent is accurately implemented during the renovation phase.
• Attend and lead design presentations, progress review meetings, frame walks, project installations, final walks, and follow-up meetings as required.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and deadlines in coordination with department and division leadership.
• Monitor project progress and expenditures to ensure timely and budget-compliant execution, including reviewing proposals, contracts, and scopes of work.
• Utilize AutoCAD for space plans, specifications, and elevation details as needed; proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam is a plus.
• Manage vendor invoices for processing and payment as needed.
• Stay current with design trends, building codes, regulations, and industry standards relevant to residential and commercial design.
• Assist the design team with special design projects as necessary.
• Ensure smooth project management by maintaining clarity of requirements, deliverables, timelines, and visibility of fees throughout the project life cycle.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TRAVEL

This role will require regular travel (up to 50%) to properties throughout your region as well as travel to our regional offices as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Interior Design or a related field.
• Preferred background in hospitality, multi-family, and commercial design; senior living design experience is not required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; demonstrated rendering capabilities are a plus.
• Ability to design and assemble documents from schematic plans through construction documents.
• Understanding of Building and ADA codes is preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong multitasking, prioritisation, and deadline management skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Active and Unrestricted Motor Vehicle License: moderate travel (including overnight trips and flights) is required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
• Pension Scheme + Profit Sharing Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
• Professional Growth And much more!

ABOUT WELLTOWER

Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. We also seek to support physicians in our Outpatient Medical buildings with the critical infrastructure needed to deliver quality care. Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments. Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture. Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – our North Star.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position. Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet.