39 Design Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

NEJ Stevenson is a leading British maker of bespoke fine furniture and architectural joinery, based in Rugby, Warwickshire. 

We are proud to be Royal Warrant Holders to His Majesty the King, having first been granted a Royal Warrant in 2003 as Cabinet Makers to Her Majesty the Queen. Our commissions span private residences, contemporary projects, heritage buildings, and royal palaces, including Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated college leaver to join our design department. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity where you will work closely with our experienced designers, learning how to turn creative concepts into detailed technical designs for bespoke furniture and joinery.

You will use industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, Pytha, and other design software, so an interest in digital design, problem-solving, and precision is essential.

What We’re Looking For

• An interest in furniture design, architecture, or related creative disciplines.
• A natural problem-solver with good attention to detail.
• A “can-do” attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn new design software.
• Initiative and the ability to contribute ideas.
• Some prior exposure to CAD, SolidWorks,  is a plus, but not essential.
• Practical experience within the industry,  is a plus, but not essential.

Our Commitment

• On-the-job training in furniture design, CAD, and other specialist design programmes.
• Guidance and mentoring from our senior design team.
• The chance to contribute to high-profile bespoke projects.
• Competitive Salary for the Industry.

NEJ Stevenson is a leading British maker of bespoke fine furniture and architectural joinery, based in Rugby, Warwickshire. 

We are proud to be Royal Warrant Holders to His Majesty the King, having first been granted a Royal Warrant in 2003 as Cabinet Makers to Her Majesty the Queen. Our commissions span private residences, contemporary projects, heritage buildings, and royal palaces, including Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated college leaver to join our design department. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity where you will work closely with our experienced designers, learning how to turn creative concepts into detailed technical designs for bespoke furniture and joinery.

You will use industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, Pytha, and other design software, so an interest in digital design, problem-solving, and precision is essential.

What We’re Looking For

• An interest in furniture design, architecture, or related creative disciplines.
• A natural problem-solver with good attention to detail.
• A “can-do” attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn new design software.
• Initiative and the ability to contribute ideas.
• Some prior exposure to CAD, SolidWorks,  is a plus, but not essential.
• Practical experience within the industry,  is a plus, but not essential.

Our Commitment

• On-the-job training in furniture design, CAD, and other specialist design programmes.
• Guidance and mentoring from our senior design team.
• The chance to contribute to high-profile bespoke projects.
• Competitive Salary for the Industry.

My client is a leading interior Design and Fitout firm with a specific focus on very high end Office Fitouts - and is looking to hire a Interior Design assistant to join their ever growing team.

You will be working closely with some of the largest design names in the industry on very large and very creative projects - offering your design input whilst constantly training and developing your skills.

Requirements:

- Able to Use Revit

- Able to use Enscape

- Bubbley personality / team player

- Keen to learn and develop. We do NOT want someone looking to work from home as you will not be gaining any exposure whilst in an assistant / junior position.

- An efficient worker with a strong career focus.

Benefits:

- Competitive starting salary

- Commissions

-Working closely with the design director of the business

- Involvement on various stages of high end creative projects

- Plenty of training and development.

- A great team and atmosphere

- A great office / workspace in a great location.

    •    Carry out on-site room surveys (measurements, drawings, photos) for the hotel refurbishment

    •    Prepare CAD floor plans and FF&E schedules (furniture, fabrics, carpets, lighting).

    •    Liaise with suppliers (UK & international) for samples, quotes, and deliveries.

    •    Track procurement lists and ensure quality alignment with existing design style.

    •    Planning & Estate Projects

    •    Assist in preparing planning application documents (reports, drawings, submission packs).

    •    Coordinate with consultants (planning, heritage, environmental, engineering).

    •    Maintain project timelines and update project files.

    •    General Support

    •    Prepare presentations, reports, and cost schedules.

    •    Attend project meetings and take minutes.

    •    Support day-to-day project admin.

Requirements

• Background in Architecture / Interior Design / Urban Planning / Project Management.
• Proficient in AutoCAD / Revit / SketchUp and MS Office / Excel.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, with attention to detail
• Good communication skills – comfortable liaising with suppliers, consultants, and contractors.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin/Cantonese is a plus (to liaise with overseas suppliers).
• Previous experience in hospitality, hotel, or heritage projects desirable but not essential.

Kurt Geiger | About Us

We are an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness. We want to empower our talent to be confident and true to themselves, the London way. London is our home, our heartbeat, and we draw inspiration from the energy and spirit of the city; its diversity and creativity. For over fifty years our team of in-house shoe and accessory designers have been creating authentic, distinctive designs from our London headquarters. The rainbow is our signature. It represents the good energy and love we have for our community and the many ways we collectively express our individual style.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Design Team in all day to day design briefs, for digital, social, marketing and print.
• Designing for multi brands across Kurt Geiger London, Carvela, Shoeaholics & Steve Madden.
• Ensuring the team are up to date on the latest digital and design trends, through research and idea sharing.
• Adhering to and creating brand consistency and best practices in design.
• Maintaining brand guidelines as we move to elevate the brands further.
• Working on and adapting designs for global markets including the US.
• Following the design process through from ideas to execution, checking the output matches the

What We’re Looking For:

• Good knowledge of Photoshop
• In-design & Illustrator experience preferred but not required
• Pro-active attitude
• Willing to work within a team but able to manage own time & workload
• Design-related qualifications
• Only applicants with a portfolio or PDF examples will be selected

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• Pension and life assurance
• Gym Discounts
• Retailtrust support
• Enviable discounts
• Harrods Discount
• Monthly half day Friday’s
• And so much more!

Our Culture  

We’re an energic fast-paced brand that embraces progress and strives for innovation. Hard work is rewarded with new opportunities at every level and kindness is celebrated in everything we do. Our summer working hours accommodate a healthy work life balance. Wellbeing is important to our working culture, which is why we nurture a friendly environment for talent to thrive in, alongside a vibrant social community.

Our Stores

The first Kurt Geiger store opened on London Bond street in 1963.  Today, our brand has global appeal and is distributed in hundreds of cities around the world. We operate over 70 stand-alone stores nationwide, including our new flagship store on London Oxford street, and in over 400 stores globally. Beyond stand-alone stores and retail pop ups, our retail partners include some of the world’s most famous department stores.

We Are One: For Love | For Diversity | For Change | For Equality | For Kindness |  For Freedom | For Unity Against Racism

Join a renowned landscape design studio and support the creation of bespoke gardens and estates, combining technical precision with timeless design.

Established over 25 years ago, this design-led practice specialises in high-end private residential projects across the South of England. Their portfolio includes country gardens, listed buildings, rural estates and new homes, often developed in close collaboration with leading architects, planners and interior designers. Known for their thoughtful, research-driven approach, the team combines traditional design principles with deep horticultural expertise to craft gardens that are inspiring, enduring, and rooted in context.

• Creating and modifying technical drawings
• Producing planting and materials plans, schedules, and montages
• Preparing budget costings
• Developing and managing CAD templates
• Organising project documents and information
• Supporting quality control processes
• Problem-solving and following design team instructions

• Qualification in Landscape Design, Garden Design, or Architecture
• Practical experience using Vectorworks in a landscape setting (2D and 3D)
• Ability to read and interpret topographical plans
• Strong technical drawing ability and attention to detail

• 30,000 - 35,000
• Career development opportunities within an established practice
• Supportive and collaborative office culture

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

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Join a renowned landscape design studio and support the creation of bespoke gardens and estates, combining technical precision with timeless design.

Established over 25 years ago, this design-led practice specialises in high-end private residential projects across the South of England. Their portfolio includes country gardens, listed buildings, rural estates and new homes, often developed in close collaboration with leading architects, planners and interior designers. Known for their thoughtful, research-driven approach, the team combines traditional design principles with deep horticultural expertise to craft gardens that are inspiring, enduring, and rooted in context.

• Creating and modifying technical drawings
• Producing planting and materials plans, schedules, and montages
• Preparing budget costings
• Developing and managing CAD templates
• Organising project documents and information
• Supporting quality control processes
• Problem-solving and following design team instructions

• Qualification in Landscape Design, Garden Design, or Architecture
• Practical experience using Vectorworks in a landscape setting (2D and 3D)
• Ability to read and interpret topographical plans
• Strong technical drawing ability and attention to detail

• 30,000 - 35,000
• Career development opportunities within an established practice
• Supportive and collaborative office culture

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

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We are looking for a dynamic Graphic Designer / Illustrator to join a growing design team based in Plymouth.

About the Role

Youll work on a variety of creative projects including packaging and communication design. The position involves developing concepts and producing engaging illustrations that support brand and product goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop visual concepts for packaging and seasonal .

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Graphic Design Associate – £25,000 - £28,000 + Benefits – Edinburgh, UK

Help deliver the new Nordic Visitor brand identity.

Do you want to help us create lasting travel memories and be a key part of delivering our new brand identity across all our customer touch points?

Nordic Visitor is seeking a creative and motivated Graphic Design Associate to join our team and collaborate with our Graphic Design.

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