You’ve probably reached the point where you can feel it.

You’re capable of running the room.

You’ve got the taste. The judgement. The pace.

But you’re still working through layers - sign-off chains, diluted decisions, and a role that’s smaller than your capability.

This is for the designer who wants full ownership.

A design-led, award-winning Central London studio is hiring a Senior / Associate Interior Designer to lead workplace projects end-to-end - from pitching and concept narrative through to delivery and team leadership - with real client exposure and autonomy.

Not Design & Build churn.

Not “fit-out by spreadsheet.”

Design-led workplace, with time to do it properly.

What Makes This Different.

• Client ownership, not client proximity: You’ll lead meetings, present, steer decisions and build relationships - without having to funnel everything through someone else.
• Design time: Longer programmes than D&B. More craft. Better outcomes. The details matter here.
• Autonomy with trust: You won’t be micromanaged. You’ll be trusted - and rewarded with more.
• Progression: This studio doesn’t gate growth by “years qualified.” If you perform, you progress.
• Competitive bonus structure: Two bonuses totalling approx. 10% annually.
• Optional future pathway: For those who want it, there’s a wider ecosystem around the studio where some designers have later chosen to pivot closer to delivery and higher earning potential. Not required - but proven.

The Work.

Design-led workplace interiors, often in characterful existing buildings and retrofit contexts - projects where narrative, materiality and experience matter as much as programme and budget.

You’ll typically be responsible for:

• Leading projects through concept, DD, technical/delivery, and completion
• Running consultant coordination and keeping programmes tight
• Owning client relationships, presentations and key decision-making
• Producing/overseeing drawing packages and design documentation
• Mentoring junior designers (line management can be taught if needed)
• Contributing to pitches and work-winning if of interest

Who This Will Suit.

You’re likely:

• A Senior Interior Designer / Associate (or ready to step into Associate-level ownership) - Interior Architects will also be considered
• Strong in workplace interiors (brand-led offices, flex workspace, HQ, commercial retrofit)
• A confident project runner who can hold the room with clients and consultants
• Revit proficient on live projects (non-negotiable)
• Design-led, commercially aware, and comfortable taking responsibility

Package.

• Up to £55,000 base + bonus (two bonuses totalling ~10%) + benefits
• Additional upside for high performers who materially support growth / client development
• Office-led, but flexibility is available when needed (outcomes-first)

How To Apply.

Apply via Grõ Careers with your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to share a portfolio.

If you’re ready to step out from behind the layers and take full ownership, this is a rare platform to do it.