Associate Interior Designer

Description

As an Associate Designer, you’ll lead corporate workplace design projects from concept to completion, collaborating closely with clients, contractors, and cross-functional teams. You’ll bring creativity, technical expertise, and leadership to transform spaces that reflect each client’s unique vision.

• Lead and refresh workplace environments for global clients, delivering high-quality, innovative designs.
• Conduct site visits, manage RFIs, and support construction administration.
• Mentor and guide junior designers to support career growth and team development.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion, managing budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape) for smooth project execution.
• Collaborate with clients, business development, and construction teams to ensure project goals are met.
• Produce technical drawings, documentation, and material specifications with attention to detail.
• Contribute fresh ideas to enhance design standards and support inclusive, creative workplaces.

Requirements

Are you a senior interior designer with a passion for creating innovative, functional, and inspiring workplace environments? Unispace Melbourne is looking for an Associate Designer to join our design team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field (AIA, NCIDQ, LEED certifications are a bonus).
• 10–12+ years’ experience in interior design or architecture, with a focus on corporate interiors.
• Expertise in technical drawings, FF&E, detailing, and construction processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit; additional design software is a plus.
• Knowledgeable about building codes, sustainability practices, and workplace trends.
• Experience working with diverse clients across industries (law, finance, entertainment, marketing, etc.).
• Skilled in budget management, timelines, proposals, and client engagement.
• Strong leadership skills: experience managing teams and mentoring junior staff.

Benefits

• Opportunities to work on world-class workplace design projects for global brands.
• A people-first, collaborative culture that values career growth and wellbeing.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including pension, paid leave, and global travel opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance