Interior Designer & Project Coordinator

Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 11/02/2026

A high-end and prestigious furniture company is seeking an Interior Designer who will be responsible for delivering high-end, full turnkey interior solutions and managing projects from concept to completion. The role involves working with prestigious Italian brands and requires occasional travel across Africa and abroad, demanding adaptability, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day walk-in clients and deliver tailored, high-end interior solutions
• Deliver full turnkey interior projects from initial concept to final handover
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-end clients
• Collaborate closely with the sales team on active projects
• Design and specify kitchens, closets, and vanities
• Select and coordinate Italian brands for doors, furniture, lighting, and complete internal home requirements
• Prepare detailed client drawings, layouts, and technical plans
• Conduct site visits for measurements, coordination, and quality control
• Coordinate suppliers, installers, and logistics across multiple locations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers
• Oversee installations and ensure seamless execution
• Travel across Africa and occasionally internationally for site visits, installations, and client meetings
• Adapt designs to different markets, site conditions, and regulations
• Develop innovative and creative solutions to design and technical challenges on site
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, timelines, and client satisfaction

Required Skills &

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Interior Design or related field
• Proven experience delivering high-end turnkey residential projects
• Strong experience in kitchen, wardrobe, and vanity design
• Strong technical background is essential
• Ability to produce full client plans and detailed technical drawings
• Proven experience dealing with high-end / luxury clients
• Experience working with Italian and luxury international brands
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently

• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Experience with Metron (highly beneficial)
• Experience with 3
  
  CAD Lighting (highly beneficial)
• Strong knowledge of technical detailing, cabinetry systems, materials, and lighting

• Highly adaptable and solution-oriented
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Confident, professional, and client-focused
• Excellent relationship-building abilities
• Highly organised and able to manage complexity

Why Join

• Exposure to international projects
• Work with world-class Italian brands
• Opportunity to solve complex, real-world design challenges
• High level of ownership and creative input