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As a Design Director at Seen Studios, you’ll partner closely with our Creative Director to shape the strategic vision and elevate execution across our flagship retail projects (permanent, seasonal, pop ups, windows, and fixture deisgn). You’ll lead multidisciplinary design teams, nurture emerging talent, and be the pivotal link between creative strategy, client services, and production teams—ensuring every environment we craft is deeply human‑centred, on‑brand, and commercially impactful.

This role is suited to a confident, collaborative, and conceptually driven designer who is not only technically experienced, but able to balance confident creative execution with the realities of the project goals and brief, managing a growing multidisciplinary team, and delivering on the vision statement of the agency.

The Design Director must thrive in fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment and take on leadership of a growing team, project quoting and scoping and client‑facing responsibilities.

The Design Director must demonstrate strong industry knowledge and relevant expertise. They will work closely with our Creative Director to deliver our human‑centric proposition. They will maintain consistent, high‑quality design standards on all projects and ensure the team is meeting the expectations of the agency on every project with passion, precision and personability.

They will join the Design Directors in weekly meetings, across resourcing and team management. They will receive briefs and delegate tasks to project teams and use their multi‑faceted experience to inspire and develop team members in design principles across all tasks. They will support the team by creating design estimates for Project Managers to share back with clients and closely manage project deliverables against scope and project quotes and flags and recommends external support when required.

Works closely with Creative Director to ensure clear design direction on leading projects while supporting more junior members of the team to maintain a consistent standard of design. They will manage external creative resources i.e freelance designers to match agency standard.

The Design Director will proactively provide recommendations to further enhance creative output across projects and the creative expression of the agency.

• Lead projects from concept to execution, shaping creative direction across 3D retail environments at varied scales.
• Collaborate closely with the Creative Director to define the studio’s creative standards and strategic vision.
• Present bold, brand‑aligned design narratives to clients with clarity and conviction.
• Support and elevate the studio’s creative culture through inspiration, insight, and innovation.

• Own the creative output— from initial ideation through to delivery, in close collaboration with Creative Director and Project and Production teams.
• Translate abstract ideas and strategic thinking into tangible, emotionally resonant spatial design concepts and be able to present these concepts in a clear and concise manner for clients to understand and feel excited by.
• Maintain quality control across design deliverables, ensuring consistency and excellence.

• Mentor and support senior, mid‑weight and junior designers — providing constructive feedback, direction, and encouragement to grow creative confidence and craft.
• Act as a role model for studio behaviour, work ethic, and design thinking.

• Act as a senior creative contact for key clients, confidently navigating briefs, feedback, and creative conversations.
• Build relationships focused around trust, transparency and relatability with key client stakeholders.
• Support business development by contributing to pitch strategy, quoting, and creative storytelling.
• Actively promote the studio’s work across social media channels to increase visibility and traction in the marketplace. Be a voice for the projects and support in marketing efforts.

• Help evolve Seen’s human‑centric design principles and B‑Corp certification by identifying new materials, spatial formats, or cultural references that push the agency forward.
• Contribute to resource planning, freelancer briefing, and creative scheduling.
• Input into internal tools, creative process, and visual languages to continually raise standards and efficiency.

• 11+ years of hands on experience in 3D spatial design, retail environments, and seasonal brand design.
• Proven leadership of multi‑disciplinary teams across multiple complex projects.
• Strong conceptual thinker with a refined visual aesthetic and spatial awareness, with the ability to turn strategy into spatial conceptualisation.
• Confident presenter with client‑facing experience and an ability to communicate ideas with conviction.
• Fluent in Cinema 4D (with Corona Renderer), SketchUp, and Vectorworks, and the ability to translate this knowledge to junior members of the team to guide and mentor them in best practise.
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Utilise Ai. Tools to create elevated project responses.
• Excellent understanding of build methods, materials, and technical drawings, with on site experience during the construction and hand over stages.
• Comfortable working across multiple projects, timelines, and disciplines, whilst managing a team.
• A self‑starter who thrives in collaborative environments and contributes to a positive studio culture.
• A genuine interest in design, culture, fashion and art with an ability to take current global trends and drivers into account when presenting relatable ideas to brands.

• A natural leader who can drive creativity while making space for others to grow.
• See opportunities for agency growth and suggest new clients for new business.
• Blend commercial awareness with conceptual bravery – a true storyteller at heart but with a realist mentality.
• A keen eye on cultural and retail trends — with a desire to keep Seen Studios at the forefront of spatial design innovation.

• Candidate will be expected to work standard hours from 9am to 5:30pm with a degree of flexibility
• Candidate will operate from the London, Shoreditch office
• We are currently operating 3 days in the office minimum and 2 days WFH.

• Lead the architectural design process for retail projects, ensuring alignment with brand identity and commercial objectives.
• Develop innovative and engaging concepts for store layouts, fit-outs, and visual merchandising elements.
• Collaborate closely with clients, brand managers, and marketing teams to understand project briefs and deliver exceptional retail experiences.
• Prepare design presentations, mood boards, and detailed architectural drawings and specifications.
• Oversee the technical development of designs, ensuring compliance with building regulations and project constraints.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for retail design initiatives.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and project managers during the construction and installation phases.
• Stay informed about the latest retail design trends, materials, and technologies.
• Conduct site visits and post-occupancy evaluations to inform future designs.

• A degree in Architecture or Interior Design with a specialization in retail environments.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in architectural or interior design, with a significant focus on retail projects.
• Proven track record of designing successful and innovative retail spaces.
• Strong understanding of retail branding, customer journey mapping, and experiential design.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent conceptual thinking, creativity, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing projects from concept to completion.
• Familiarity with UK building regulations relevant to retail spaces.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing collaboration and independent work.

• A competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility in **Norwich**.
• Opportunity to work with leading brands and shape cutting-edge retail experiences.
• Professional development and training in the fast-paced retail design sector.
• A creative and dynamic team environment.
• Contribution to the retail landscape of **Norfolk**.
• Exposure to diverse project types and scales.

Overview

We have an urgent requirement for Revit Designer to create detailed block plans, fixture layouts, and construction drawing packs for a global retailer. The role requires ensuring that all design elements comply with store design principles and company branding. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the consistency and integrity of store designs across new and existing sites, ensuring that all deliverables are completed in line with the agreed programs and approval processes.

• Creation of drawing packs
• Fixture layout compliance
• Modifying existing fixture drawings
• Site visits
• Collaboration and coordination
• Design verification

• Proficiency in Revit and other design software such as AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of retail space planning and store design principles
• Experience in producing construction drawings and fixture layouts
• At least 3 years of experience in retail design or a related field
• Previous experience working with store fixture layouts and construction documentation
• Able to work in Watford and complete a 12-month contract

Please note: To apply, send your CV with your current salary and package.

LWT – Revit

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Wren Kitchens in Worcester is seeking a Retail Sales Designer to join our Worcester Showroom. You’ll meet and greet customers, design inspirational kitchens and bedrooms, and manage the end-to-end journey. Design experience isn’t essential—pro‑active, target-driven approach is key.

This role is 40 hours per week, with a base salary of £26,440 plus uncapped commission and an OTE of £50k. It includes world-class training and progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Quinine Design in London is searching for a talented mid-weight or senior designer to join their team. The role emphasizes creative problem-solving and the ability to manage all phases of design from concept to delivery. Candidates should possess 5+ years of retail design experience and be fluent in Vectorworks and Adobe Creative Suite.

This is a permanent position requiring 3 days per week in London, with possible international travel. A commitment to teamwork and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Seen Studios, located in Greater London, is seeking a Design Director to shape the strategic vision and elevate execution on retail projects. This role requires collaboration with the Creative Director and leadership skills to oversee a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will possess 11+ years of experience in 3D spatial design, strong client engagement skills, and proficiency in design software such as Cinema 4D and Adobe Creative Suite.

Wickes is seeking a Store Manager for their new Harrogate store. This role involves leading a team, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, and managing both retail and project sales effectively.

The ideal candidate is an experienced store manager in retail, ready to motivate their team and ensure a safe and efficient store environment. Wickes offers an attractive compensation package including bonuses, pension contributions, and numerous employee benefits.

Primark Stores Limited is looking for an Architectural Standards Technical Manager to oversee the Guru platform, ensuring that architectural and shopfitting standards are met. The successful candidate will manage content creation, maintain quality control, and collaborate with third-party partners across retail architecture projects.

This hybrid role offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, pension options, and generous leave policies. Candidates should have a degree in architecture or relevant experience, along with strong project management and communication skills.

Neve Jewels Group is seeking a Senior Retail Designer to shape and deliver their retail environment. In this role, you will design new store concepts, produce detailed technical drawing packages, and support projects from concept through to store opening.

You will work closely with various teams to ensure that all retail environments reflect the brand's standards, while delivering exceptional customer experiences. This is an opportunity to influence the design of luxury retail spaces and be part of a prestigious brand.