Design Studio Lead- Workplace Interior Fit-outs
- Lead workplace and commercial interior design projects from client briefing and concept through documentation and delivery, setting creative direction and design standards.
- Manage, mentor and develop an in-house design team while overseeing budgets, timelines, resourcing and studio profitability.
- Build client relationships and contribute to the studio’s growth through compelling design presentations and strategic leadership.
An established Australian design business is seeking an experienced Design Leader to shape the future of its interior design function and lead the delivery of innovative workplace and commercial interiors across the corporate, education and commercial sectors. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership, set the creative direction of a growing studio and bring a strong design voice to projects that reflect the evolving ways people work, learn and connect. Balancing hands-on design leadership with strategic studio management, you will play a central role in strengthening design standards, developing talent and building lasting client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead workplace and commercial interior projects from initial client brief and concept development through to documentation and delivery.
- Set the creative direction for design packages that respond to client objectives, workplace strategies and project budgets.
- Manage, mentor and develop an in-house team of interior designers, supporting their technical and creative progression.
- Present compelling design concepts, material palettes, styling packages and visual narratives to clients and stakeholders.
- Build trusted client relationships, promote the studio’s design services and identify opportunities for repeat business.
- Oversee project documentation, budgets, timelines, resource allocation and studio profitability.
- Drive consistent design standards and contribute to the continued growth and strategic direction of the studio.
Skills & Experience
- 8+ years’ experience in commercial interior design, ideally across workplace and office fit-out projects.
- Degree qualification in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a related discipline.
- Proven experience leading a design team or developing an interior design studio.
- Strong commercial understanding, including project budgeting, resource allocation and profitability.
- Confident presenting design concepts and managing client relationships from briefing through to delivery.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, supported by strong visualisation and sketching skills.
- A sound understanding of Australian workplace design trends and evolving ways of working.
Benefits
- Take ownership of an established interior design function and help define its next phase of growth.
- Enjoy a hands-on leadership role combining creative direction, workplace design and studio management.
- Influence design standards, project quality and the wider creative direction of the business.
- Mentor and develop an in-house team while shaping a strong and collaborative design culture.
- Work closely with clients and internal teams across a varied portfolio of workplace, education and commercial projects.
- Join an on-site studio environment where your leadership and design expertise will have a visible impact.
Consultant
Elizabeth Dick
Senior Consultant - Interior Design
+61 (0)2 9212 0230
elizabeth.d@bespokecareers.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/interiorsbyeliz/
Reference number: 74768
Profession:Interior DesignSenior Interior Designer,
Director
Company: Bespoke Careers
Date posted: 10th Nov, 2026
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