Interior Designer at BellaDesign, Client-Facing, Project Lead

October 7 29680, Estepona

Department

Design

Summary

We’re looking for a client-facing Interior Designer with end-to-end project experience (3+ years) to lead residential projects from brief to installation. You’ll guide international clients through concept, specification, procurement, and delivery, supported by our production manager, design assistant, and trusted installers. This role suits a well-organised designer who communicates clearly, works well both individually and in a team, loves problem-solving on site, and can balance creativity with budgets and timelines. Full driving licence for local site visits required.

Responsibilities

Own the client journey: discovery, brief, scope, and presentation (in-studio and via video for remote clients).
Design & documentation: mood boards, finishes, 2D layouts
Product curation: source furniture, lighting, textiles, wallcoverings; prepare clear product pages
Measurements & planning: liaise with fitters to confirm window treatments, rugs, and made-to-measure items.
Project management: budgets, timelines, supplier orders, logistics, and installation schedules.
On-site leadership: coordinate deliveries, installers, electricians; oversee dressing & styling; snag and sign-off.
Communication: keep clients updated (many abroad), record progress
Collaboration: work closely with our Production Manager and Design Assistant; handover to aftercare where needed.
Showroom support: welcome walk-ins, run consultations, and contribute to displays.

Qualifications

3+ years end-to-end residential interior design experience (concept → install).
Fluent English & Spanish (spoken and written); confident with international clients.
Strong space planning and fixture & furnishing knowledge; practical understanding of window treatments (curtains/blinds), rugs, and lighting.
Clear, client-friendly presentation skills and impeccable attention to detail.
Excellent organisation: budgets, supplier communication, ordering, and timelines.
A solutions mindset and calm under pressure.

Offer

Growth path: lead larger projects; potential to mentor juniors or progress to Senior/Design Lead.
Team support: production manager, design assistant, trusted installers, and a well-stocked supplier network.
Diverse work: new builds, reforms, turnkey furniture packs, and bespoke interiors across Estepona, Marbella, Sotogrande, and beyond.
Friendly, collaborative, flat-structure studio culture.
Competitive compensation, paid holidays, and staff discounts across Bella Group brands.

Additional information

Nice to have

Solid command of AutoCAD/Vectorworks (or similar), SketchUp (or similar), and Adobe CC for boards/specs
Experience with smart-home integrations, and terrace/outdoor schemes
Familiarity with CRM tools and basic pricing spreadsheets
3D visuals/renders

Practicalities

Base: Estepona studio, with regular local site visits.
Eligibility: Right to work in Spain required.
Start: ASAP (we’ll move quickly for the right person).

How to Apply

Email CV + portfolio (PDF or link) to [email protected] with subject “Interior Designer – Your Name”.
Please include a short note (5–8 lines) covering:A recent project you led end-to-end and your role in it.
An example of solving a site or supplier issue under time pressure.
Your earliest start date and salary expectations.

Hiring Process