Associate Interior Designer - Hospitality

Job Title

Associate Interior Designer – Hospitality

Job Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode

On-site

Date Posted

19 October 2026

Job Reference/ID

RT-624

Job Description / Role

We are seeking an accomplished Associate Interior Designer to join a leading hospitality-focused design studio based in Dubai. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced designer to step into a senior leadership position, helping to shape the studio’s creative output, nurture client relationships and drive the delivery of luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants and F&B venues.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of multiple high-end hospitality projects from concept through to completion, ensuring design excellence and consistency
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, operators and brand teams, presenting concepts and managing relationships
• Provide creative direction and critical design review to project teams at key stages
• Oversee project programmes, fees and resourcing in collaboration with studio directors
• Coordinate with architects, MEP and other consultants to ensure a fully integrated design
• Mentor and develop senior, intermediate and junior designers, contributing to a high-performing studio culture
• Contribute to business development, including pitches, proposals and fee submissions
• Help to establish and maintain studio design standards, processes and best practice

Experience Required

• Minimum 10 to 12 years of experience in interior design, with a strong focus on hospitality projects and previous experience in a lead or senior role
• Previous GCC experience, ideally in Dubai, with a good understanding of the local market and approval processes
• Experience working with international hotel brands and operators

Skills Required

• Outstanding portfolio showcasing luxury hotel, resort, restaurant or F&B design work
• Strong understanding of materials, finishes, FF&E selection, bespoke joinery and technical detailing, with the ability to guide teams through complex delivery
• Working knowledge of design software including Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite and rendering tools, sufficient to review and direct team output
• Commercial awareness, including an understanding of fees, resourcing and project profitability
• Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Employment / Job Type

Full Time

• Opportunity to lead prestigious international hospitality projects
• Genuine influence on the creative direction and growth of the studio
• Dynamic and creative studio environment
• Competitive salary package and benefits
• Clear progression path towards director-level roles within a respected design studio

Nationality

Any Nationality

About the Company

Recruitment and talent solutions consultancy supporting employers with hiring in the Gulf and other markets. Services typically include permanent and contract recruitment, executive search, candidate screening, offer management, and onboarding support, alongside salary and hiring strategy advice. Public corporate information on the firm is limited, so details should be verified independently.

Company Industry

Architecture & Design

Department / Functional Area

Interior Design

Closing Date

30 November 2026

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