This is a permanent role offeringh £50,000 - £56,000 per annum + Bonus + a company car. 

Business Development Manager duties:

• Acting as the key link between Showroom Business Owners and Head Office, ensuring each franchise operates in line with agreed standards and best practice
• Driving sustainable growth across the franchise network by supporting franchisees with day-to-day business development, operational guidance, and long-term strategic planning
• Working as part of a wider BDM team, you will analyse sales performance, financial metrics, and operational processes to provide informed advice, motivation, and training
• Helping franchisees understand their KPIs, improve efficiency, and submit accurate reports to the wider business
• Managing your own portfolio of showrooms supporting them from initial training and launch through to ongoing development and business success.

Business Development Manager responsibilities:

• Analyse franchisee profit, margins, and financial performance
• Identify barriers to growth and develop strategies to improve profitability
• Monitor progress against business plans and ensure actions are followed
• Support franchisees in maximising efficiency and overall performance
• Provide professional advice and guidance on operational issues
• Set and review sales, growth, and customer service targets
• Support franchisees through start-up, launch, and ongoing development
• Coordinate with franchisees, Head Office, and suppliers during setup
• Deliver training and mentoring both on-site and at Head Office
• Assist with business planning and customer appointment preparation
• Train franchisees on internal systems, including CRM tools
• Ensure franchisees operate in line with company standards
• Share best practice and contribute to continuous improvement
• Produce reports for Senior Management and flag concerns
• Promote company policies and values

This role would suit someone with roven sales or Business Development experience. Someone who has either worked in a similar role or has worked looking after multiple showrooms. 

• Understanding of sales, marketing, and P&L management
• Strong track record of achieving targets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Excel and PowerPoint
• Commercial acumen and operational experience
• Full UK driving licence, RTW in the UK, and satisfactory references

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 
 

This is a permanent position with ongoing training paying £27,000 - £29,000. 

Duties of the Design Assistant:

• Using internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)

• Supporting the Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with their manufacturing facility and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects

• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers

• Administration support for showroom lead marketing activities

• Engaging with walk-in customers and ensuring the customers receive the highest level of customer service

• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquiries and customer/client enquiries throughout a project

• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to a high level of cleanliness

Requirement of the Design Assistant:

• Customer service experience
• Basic knowledge of design using CAD software
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence (preferred)

What's on Offer:

• Salary: £27,000 - £29,000
• Company pension (after three months)
• Perkbox discount scheme for hundreds of high-street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent position paying £35,000 - £45,000 for the right Project Kitchen Designer. 

Working hours: Monday to Friday

Project Kitchen Designer duties: 

            •           Analyse floor plans and classify unit types, wardrobes, and appliances to generate quantity take-offs

            •           Prepare and organise kitchen and wardrobe typologies, based on spec tiers and layout similarities

            •           Prepare tender documents: layouts, specification breakdowns, palette proposals, and pricing summaries

            •           Work closely with the Italian factory and internal commercial team to request and review pricing

            •           Coordinate with the internal team, suppliers and clients

            •           Use spreadsheets to manage pricing, quantities, and revisions across multiple projects

            •           Prepare and present project-specific presentation packs for clients (developers, architects, PMs)

            •           Cross-check specs with appliances, worktops, and finishes to ensure technical and cost compatibility

            •           Prepare high-quality client presentations and support design team meetings with relevant visuals

            •           Organise and update project folders with layouts, finishes, and product codes for each unit type

            •           Coordinate with relevant team leads to flag service clashes, missing drawings, or scope inconsistencies

            •           Ensure accuracy across all documents shared with clients

Essential Skills and Experience

            •           Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in kitchen design, ideally for large-scale projects

            •           Strong proficiency in Excel – comfortable working with formulas, quantities, and structured data

            •           Good working knowledge of kitchen detailing – especially units, internal fittings, appliance integration, and service zones

            •           Familiarity with appliances (Neff, Siemens, Bosch etc.) and worktop materials (laminate, quartz, compact etc.)

            •           Experience using kitchen design software such as:

            •           Metron (desired but not essential)

            •           Winner Design

            •           Revit (preferred for layouts and coordination)

            •           Ability to work across multiple live projects with shifting priorities

            •           Structured mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy

            •           Organised, proactive, and able to juggle multiple project timelines

            •           Commercial awareness — understanding how design choices affect pricing and lead times

            •           Fluent in preparing clear, structured documents and presentations for client review

            •           Excellent written and spoken English

            •           Highly responsible and take full ownership of assigned tasks, showing initiative in identifying issues, proposing solutions, and pushing projects forward. 

 Bonus / Ideal Additions

            •           Familiarity with premium kitchen brands

            •           Experience preparing client-facing documents or presentations

            •           Italian language skills helpful, but not required

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent position with ongoing training paying £27,000 - £29,000. 

Duties of the Design Assistant:

• Using internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)

• Supporting the Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with their manufacturing facility and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects

• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers

• Administration support for showroom lead marketing activities

• Engaging with walk-in customers and ensuring the customers receive the highest level of customer service

• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquiries and customer/client enquiries throughout a project

• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to a high level of cleanliness

Requirement of the Design Assistant:

• Customer service experience
• Basic knowledge of design using CAD software
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence (preferred)

What's on Offer:

• Salary: £27,000 - £29,000
• Company pension (after three months)
• Perkbox discount scheme for hundreds of high-street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent position with ongoing training paying £27,000 - £29,000 pro rata. 

Working schedule can be 3 or 4 days per week. 

Duties of the Design Assistant:

• Using internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)

• Supporting the Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with their manufacturing facility and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects

• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers

• Administration support for showroom lead marketing activities

• Engaging with walk-in customers and ensuring the customers receive the highest level of customer service

• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquiries and customer/client enquiries throughout a project

• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to a high level of cleanliness

Requirement of the Design Assistant:

• Customer service experience
• Basic knowledge of design using CAD software
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence (preferred)

What's on Offer:

• Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 pro rata to 3-4 days 
• Company pension (after three months)
• Perkbox discount scheme for hundreds of high-street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays pro rata 3-4 days
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role to be based out of one of their showrooms in either Sydney or various locations on the East and Central Coast. 

Salary $50,000 - $80,000 + Commission. $150,000 average take home per designer. 

Kitchen Designer duties:

• Translating the customers’ preferences into a three-dimensional plan and gaining their commitment to the purchase of a new kitchen
• Conducting in-home design appointments
• Ensuring the plans and contracts are completed and signed by the customer
• Collecting the deposit from the customer
• Working closely with the Assistant Showroom Manager and Showroom Consultants for their success
• Creating leads and qualifying kitchen customers 
• Ensuring an effective conversion of leads to contracts by conducting professional customer presentations
• Completing and signing plans and contracts
• Ensuring customer satisfaction, and optimising gross profit, in a manner that supports Company values, policies and objectives and the development of teamwork

Key accountabilities & tasks for the Kitchen Designer 

• Achieving monthly orders and design conversions KPIs as directed by the showroom manager;

• Arranging follow-up appointments as and when required

• Attending sales meetings weekly as and when required

• Participating in monthly promotional launch meetings as advised

• Visiting Home Shows, shopping centre displays and relevant trade shows

Achieve orders by:

• Vetting the lead sheet with the Showroom Manager and Consultant

• Adhering to the Company’s Kitchen Designer's “7 Step Sales” process

• Providing effective solutions that align with customer expectations

• Closing the sale in the in-home design appointment 

• Gaining and securing a precise understanding of customer needs/requirements

• Providing a creative solution to meet customer needs/requirements

• Committing to a design plan for a customer that can be delivered by the Company from the company’s standard product range

• Managing customer expectations including outlining any related conditions of sale

• Providing rationale to support the inclusion and exclusion of different design features

• Spending the time necessary with the customer, so as to address any queries and/or objections that may arise 

• Provide and maintain exceptional company internal customer service by

• Maintaining current product knowledge together with a current knowledge of company policies and procedures

• Forwarding all messages to appropriate people and employees 

• Attending all appointments on time

• Ensuring that measurements and plans are accurate and completed in a manner that

  will avoid rework

Authority limits

The Kitchen Designer is authorised to:

• Discount off the retail pricing

• Close sales according to policies and procedures

• Open and close showrooms

• Receive money and issue receipts on behalf of the company

• Access and use of company-owned CAD packages

• Discount from the retail price list (within company policy and procedures) to achieve sales

If you are interested in this job of a lifetime please get in touch with Ben at Designer Recruitment today! 

This role reports to the State Sales Manager and is responsible for the management and performance of their designated region. The role is responsible for the achievement of the region’s annual sales budget through the overall management of each showrooms performance. Maintaining a high level of customer service at all times.

This is a permanent role offering between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Bonuses. 

Relocation support:

• Accommodation
• Flight to Sydney
• Car
• Phone
• Pathway to citizenship 
• Ongoing settling in support 

Regional Showroom Manager duties:

• Working with each Showroom Manager to achieve a consistent performance across all key metrics of the region
• Leading, coaching and mentoring showroom managers to drive accountability around their daily activities to achieve their budgeted KPI’s
• Working with the leadership team to recruit and train staff as required to ensure showrooms are adequately staffed and well-trained
• Being responsible for the preparation and communication, as appropriate, of plans and strategies as laid out by the State Sales Manager and the National Retail Manager
• Conducting weekly Regional sales meetings with Showroom Managers and Designers
• Ensuring full attendance of all regional staff at the Monthly Promotion Launch meetings
• Evaluating showroom performance
• Reviewing staff performance with showroom manager
• Analysing the region’s order book weekly ensuring all files are authentic and meet the KPI for each status

Other duties and requirements:

• Ensuring the showroom’s sales and merchandising materials are adequately stocked and correctly displayed, as per showroom guidelines
• Ensuring all regional staff operate within the company and showroom policies and procedures guidelines
• Encouraging showroom managers to keep strong channels of communication between designers and sales consultants conflicts are resolved quickly
• Reviewing work rosters weekly to ensure maximum staffing efficiencies across all showrooms
• Covering showrooms when showroom managers are on leave

Experience required

• Multi-showroom management experience is essential 

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role to be based out of one of their showrooms in either Sydney or various locations on the East and Central Coast. 

Salary $80,000 - $140,000 OTE + car allowance + phone allowance

Check out all the benefits and details below! What a fantastic opportunity!

Benefits

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Relocation assistance
• Sick pay
• UK visa sponsorship

If you are an exceptional Showroom Manager seeking a lucrative career within a great company, then this job is for you.

Who are we looking for?

A Proven Sales Individual who:

• Has managed kitchen designers
• Has a passion for retail selling, and a successful history in selling.
• Is experienced in utilising a proven sales tracks to close deals; and
• Has a strong commitment to meet KPI’s and deadlines.
• Has experience in presenting and selling in customer’s home.
• Is able to work autonomously within a team environment.
• Is able be available to work flexible hours including weekends or of that to accommodate our customers.

What is in it for you?

• Huge earning potential with a lucrative package of base salary + car allowance + phone allowance + exceptionally generous commissions in excess of $140K
• Pre-Qualified leads to optimise sales time.
• Extensive training program in a state-of-the-art Training Academy with all expenses paid trip to our head office in Brisbane.
• As we expand our network of designer showrooms, opportunities for growth within the organisation will also increase.
• A well-established and highly sort-after sales reward program.
• Ongoing support and an attractive Employee Assistance Program offering free counselling sessions for you and your immediate family.

We are seeking an exceptional salesperson who is seeking a lucrative career within a great company. To meet the Australian Visa Sponsorship and Permanent Residency criteria, you must be a citizen of the Great Britain and under the age of 45.

If you feel that you have the above-mentioned qualities and the right attitude to succeed in this field, and you wish to join our team to develop your career, apply now!

Application question(s):

• To meet the Australian Permanent Residency requirements - Are you under the age of 45?
• To meet Australian Visa requirements, Are you a citizen of the United Kingdom?

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

As a Business Development and Showroom Manager you will be responsible for driving commercial growth whilse ensuirng effecting local brand representation. 

Our client is a global, high-end Italian furniture brand, well-known for it's luxury offering and bespoke approach. 

This is a permanent position offering £50,000 + Commission for the right Business Development and Showroom Manager. 

Reporting line: Chief Commercial Officer

Business Development and Showroom Manager duties: 

• This role is primarily focused on business development (approx. 70%)
• Responsibility for expanding the companie's presence within the UK design community
• Generating new business opportunities
• Developing relationships with key trade partners
• 30% of the role focuses on showroom management
• Ensuring the London showroom is professionally managed and aligned with the brand’s positioning

The ideal candidate is proactive, externally oriented, commercially driven, and comfortable operating autonomously in a highly competitive luxury market.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development (≈70%)

• Actively develop the companie's presence in the UK market by building and maintaining strong relationships with interior designers, architects, developers, and selected trade partners
• Conduct regular outside calls and face-to-face meetings with design studios and key accounts
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities in both residential and contract sectors
• Act as a brand ambassador, promoting values, collections, and custom capabilities within the design community
• Generate and manage a pipeline of opportunities, from initial contact through project development, in coordination with HQ
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and key players, providing market intelligence and feedback to management
• Prepare regular activity and opportunity reports, ensuring visibility and accountability on business development efforts

Showroom Management (≈30%)

• Ensure the day-to-day management of the London showroom, maintaining a high standard of presentation, client experience, and brand consistency
• Manage client visits, appointments, and showroom events in coordination with HQ and marketing
• Act as the local point of contact for incoming inquiries and showroom-based opportunities
• Coordinate operational aspects related to samples, materials, displays, and basic showroom logistics
• Support marketing and communication initiatives at local level

Profile & Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or commercial roles within high-end furniture, luxury interiors, design brands, or related industries
• Strong existing network within the UK design and architecture community
• Strong ethic and self-discipline
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, proactively, and with a strong external focus
• Commercial mindset with sensitivity to luxury brand positioning
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Structured, disciplined, and results-oriented approach
• Fluency in English; Italian is a plus
• Permit to work in the UK

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role offering up to £33,000 per annum + Commission for the right kitchen designer.

Kitchen Designer responsibilities

• Deliver on kitchen sales targets and enhance opportunities for further income growth
• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers, converting into sales
• Support with showroom marketing activities
• Engaging with walk in customers and ensuring our clients/customers receive the highest level of customer service
• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquires and customer/client enquiries throughout a project
• Use of internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)
• Drawing new plans/designs based on customer/client brief
• Surveying locations accurately in order to produce suitable designs for furniture to be installed
• Supporting the Dual Site Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with our manufacturing colleagues in Germany and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects
• Provide an effective kitchen after-sales service to clients/customers to maintain and enhance business reputation and secure repeat business
• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to high level of cleanliness

Kitchen Designer requirements:

• At least 4 years’ previous experience with design in a luxury kitchen retail or showroom environment
• German kitchen experience preferred and desired
• Good customer service and sales experience with some evidence of sales achieved in previous roles
• Knowledge of design using CAD software
• Training on the product design system will also be provided
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail • Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence

Benefits:

• Commission based on sales (uncapped)
• Company pension (after three months)
• Discount scheme for hundreds of high street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role offering up to £33,000 per annum + Commission for the right kitchen designer.

Kitchen Designer responsibilities

• Deliver on kitchen sales targets and enhance opportunities for further income growth
• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers, converting into sales
• Support with showroom marketing activities
• Engaging with walk in customers and ensuring our clients/customers receive the highest level of customer service
• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquires and customer/client enquiries throughout a project
• Use of internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)
• Drawing new plans/designs based on customer/client brief
• Surveying locations accurately in order to produce suitable designs for furniture to be installed
• Supporting the Dual Site Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with our manufacturing colleagues in Germany and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects
• Provide an effective kitchen after-sales service to clients/customers to maintain and enhance business reputation and secure repeat business
• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to high level of cleanliness

Kitchen Designer requirements:

• At least 3 years’ previous experience with design in a luxury kitchen retail or showroom environment
• German kitchen experience preferred and desired
• Good customer service and sales experience with some evidence of sales achieved in previous roles
• Knowledge of design using CAD software
• Training on the product design system will also be provided
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail • Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence

Benefits:

• Commission based on sales (uncapped)
• Company pension (after three months)
• Discount scheme for hundreds of high street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

• Managing showroom sales including taking leads, delivering presentations and successfully selling a range of products from different suppliers
• Overseeing the complete project from start to finish including site surveys, designing & quoting
• Dealing with customers face-to-face in appointments, via email and over the telephone in a professional manner
• Liaising with Fitters to discuss any installation works required
• Helping out the showroom team on a day-to-day basis

• Exceptional customer service skills to ensure the 'personal approach’ that this company prides itself on providing
• Have a minimum of two years Bathroom design experience
• Be IT literate with knowledge of MS Office, Quoting software (such as EQ) and experience of room planning software (ideally ArtiCad)
• Team-orientated, reliable, Punctual & hard-working
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Working hours: 9:00-17:30, Saturday working required (Sundays off + one weekday off)

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated design professional who enjoys working in a consultative, client-facing role within the premium interiors sector.

At the heart of this business is a commitment to quality, creativity, and exceptional customer experience. The ideal candidate will combine strong sales capability with a natural eye for design and the ability to deliver tailored, high-value solutions.

The Opportunity

You will manage the full customer journey from initial enquiry through to sale and project completion. You will be confident engaging clients, converting leads into appointments, and closing sales.

Key responsibilities include:

• Turning enquiries into confirmed sales through strong rapport building and consultative selling

• Proactively following up leads and booking appointments, with telephone outreach forming a key part of the role

• Creating high-quality kitchen designs using CAD software that combine functionality with outstanding visual appeal

• Taking full ownership of your performance, operating with an entrepreneurial, business-minded approach

• Building long-term relationships with clients and delivering a seamless, premium experience

• Providing ongoing support throughout the design, order, and installation process

• Maintain a consistently high standard of showroom presentation

• Support the installation and refresh of displays

You will also be expected to support business growth by:

• Engaging with developers, builders, architects, and interior designers

• Using LinkedIn, email, phone calls, and face-to-face meetings to generate new opportunities

• Developing and nurturing trade and contract relationships to expand the client base

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Previous experience as a Kitchen or Bathroom Sales Designer

• A strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. Articad, KBB Connect or similar)

• Strong understanding of interior design principles and market trends

• Confident communication and client relationship skills

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational ability

• A self-motivated, results-driven mindset

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle 

• A portfolio demonstrating previous design work

Package & Benefits

• Competitive basic salary (dependent on experience)

• Uncapped commission structure with realistic OTE of £50,000+

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Attendance at industry events, brand experiences, and design exhibitions

• Supportive, collaborative team culture with strong career development potential

Designer Recruitment are the representative for this opportunity

Hours: Monday-Friday + every other Saturday (with weekday off in lieu)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative, detail-focused individual who enjoys supporting the full design and client journey within a high-end interiors environment.

You’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional showroom experience, combining design support, administration, and client communication.

Key responsibilities:
• Providing design and admin support across all projects
• Preparing drawings, layouts, mood boards, and presentations
• Assisting with space planning and design concepts
• Managing project documentation and job packs
• Supporting client communication and project updates
• Maintaining CRM systems and internal databases
• Welcoming clients and ensuring premium showroom standards
• Supporting showroom events and day-to-day operations
• Coordinating aftersales, variations, and order processing

About you:
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident communicator (verbal and written)
• Proficient in design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, or Articad
• Experience with CRM systems and general admin systems
• Keen eye for detail with a passion for design
• Team player with a proactive, can-do attitude

Package:
• Competitive basic + performance bonus
• On-site parking
• Full training and development provided

If you’re passionate about design and want to build a career within a luxury interiors showroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Designer Recruitment are the representative for this opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing business that prides itself on its service, quality, and long-standing customer relationships.

The Role:

• Managing stock control processes, ensuring accurate levels and availability of key products.

• Sourcing, purchasing, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.

• Monitoring sales trends to forecast demand and maintain efficient inventory levels.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.

• Supporting day-to-day operations to ensure a smooth supply chain process.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience as a Buyer, Stock Controller, or Purchasing Assistant within the plumbing, heating, or wider merchant sector.

• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail.

• A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

The Package:

• Salary: up to £36,000 per annum, depending on experience

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm

• Friendly and supportive working environment with long-term stability

If you’re an experienced Buyer or Stock Controller looking for your next move within the merchant or trade industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Ben at Designer Recruitment for more information, Designer Recruitment are acting as the representative for this position.

Hours: Monday-Friday + every other Saturday (with weekday off in lieu)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative, detail-focused individual who enjoys supporting the full design and client journey within a high-end interiors environment.

You’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional showroom experience, combining design support, administration, and client communication.

Key responsibilities:
• Providing design and admin support across all projects
• Preparing drawings, layouts, mood boards, and presentations
• Assisting with space planning and design concepts
• Managing project documentation and job packs
• Supporting client communication and project updates
• Maintaining CRM systems and internal databases
• Welcoming clients and ensuring premium showroom standards
• Supporting showroom events and day-to-day operations
• Coordinating aftersales, variations, and order processing

About you:
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident communicator (verbal and written)
• Proficient in design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, or Articad
• Experience with CRM systems and general admin systems
• Keen eye for detail with a passion for design
• Team player with a proactive, can-do attitude

Package:
• Competitive basic + performance bonus
• Full training and development provided

If you’re passionate about design and want to build a career within a luxury interiors showroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Designer Recruitment are the representative for this opportunity

Offering a competitive basic salary of £30,000 - £35,000 + commission 

Our client offers exceptional training, ongoing support, and a clear pathway for long-term career success within one of the UK’s most ambitious premium kitchen companies.

The Role

• Design and sell high-end bespoke kitchens, utilities, boot rooms, and additional interior spaces.

• Benefit from a strong national marketing strategy designed to drive high-quality enquiries and support your earning potential.

• Work from a stunning luxury showroom alongside an experienced Showroom Manager.

• Enjoy the support of specialist teams, including drawing office, operations, and client services, allowing you to focus purely on clients, design, and sales.

The Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about design and delivering an exceptional customer experience

• Highly motivated with strong attention to detail

• A confident communicator with a proven sales track record

• Keen to learn, grow, and develop professionally

• Enthusiastic and genuinely customer-focused

Training & Development

• Fully funded induction at Head Office

• Comprehensive sales training

• In-depth design training

• IT, software, and technical development

• Latest IT equipment and bespoke design software provided

• Ongoing mentoring in both sales and design to support continued success

Benefits

• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Contributory pension with salary exchange

• Access to discounts across hundreds of well-known retailers

• Wellbeing platform offering fitness resources, mindfulness tools, nutritional guidance, and financial support

• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling

• Mortgage advice and education through partnered specialists
  Additional employee benefits currently being developed

If you're an ambitious designer with a passion for luxury interiors and a drive to succeed, this opportunity offers the perfect environment to develop your skills and achieve outstanding results.

Designer Recruitment are acting as the representative for this vacancy

Offering a competitive basic salary of £30,000 - £35,000 + commission 

Our client offers exceptional training, ongoing support, and a clear pathway for long-term career success within one of the UK’s most ambitious premium kitchen companies.

The Role

• Design and sell high-end bespoke kitchens, utilities, boot rooms, and additional interior spaces.

• Benefit from a strong national marketing strategy designed to drive high-quality enquiries and support your earning potential.

• Work from a stunning luxury showroom alongside an experienced Showroom Manager.

• Enjoy the support of specialist teams, including drawing office, operations, and client services, allowing you to focus purely on clients, design, and sales.

The Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about design and delivering an exceptional customer experience

• Highly motivated with strong attention to detail

• A confident communicator with a proven sales track record

• Keen to learn, grow, and develop professionally

• Enthusiastic and genuinely customer-focused

Training & Development

• Fully funded induction at Head Office

• Comprehensive sales training

• In-depth design training

• IT, software, and technical development

• Latest IT equipment and bespoke design software provided

• Ongoing mentoring in both sales and design to support continued success

Benefits

• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Contributory pension with salary exchange

• Access to discounts across hundreds of well-known retailers

• Wellbeing platform offering fitness resources, mindfulness tools, nutritional guidance, and financial support

• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling

• Mortgage advice and education through partnered specialists
  Additional employee benefits currently being developed

If you're an ambitious designer with a passion for luxury interiors and a drive to succeed, this opportunity offers the perfect environment to develop your skills and achieve outstanding results.

Designer Recruitment are acting as the representative for this vacancy

North Hampshire / South Oxfordshire (covering two showrooms)
£35,000 Basic Salary + Commission

Designer Recruitment are proud to be representing a premium kitchen company in their search for an experienced Kitchen Designer to join their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established business offering both high-quality German and British kitchen brands, delivering exceptional design solutions to discerning clients.

The successful candidate will work across two showrooms located in North Hampshire and South Oxfordshire. As a result, applicants based around Reading, Pangbourne, Bracknell, or the surrounding areas would be ideally located for the role.

The Role

As a Kitchen Designer, you will be responsible for managing leads across both showroom locations, guiding customers through the entire design and sales journey from initial consultation through to final design presentation and order placement.

You will create bespoke kitchen designs tailored to each client's requirements while delivering an exceptional customer experience and helping to drive showroom sales performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture leads across both showroom locations.

• Conduct customer consultations and develop detailed design briefs.

• Create inspiring kitchen designs using Winner software.

• Present design concepts and quotations to clients.

• Build strong relationships with customers throughout the sales process.

• Liaise with suppliers and colleagues to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Work towards and exceed sales targets.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 1.5-2 years' experience in kitchen design and sales.

• Proficient in Winner design software.

• Strong knowledge of German kitchen manufacturers and suppliers.

• Experience designing and selling premium kitchens.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ambitious, positive, and self-motivated attitude.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and leads effectively.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between both showroom locations.

What's on Offer

• £35,000 basic salary.

• Attractive commission structure.

• Opportunity to work with both premium German and British kitchen brands.

• Exposure to high-quality projects and discerning clientele.

• Parking expenses fully reimbursed for the showroom location where on-site parking is unavailable.

• Supportive and professional team environment.

• Genuine career progression opportunities.

If you are a driven Kitchen Designer with experience in premium kitchens and a passion for creating exceptional spaces, we'd love to hear from you.

Designer Recruitment are acting as the representative for this opportunity

Our client provides a unique service from concept, advising and partnering with their clients to ensure the correct mechanical and electrical solution bespoke to their needs.  

This is a permanent role offering £60,000 - £75,000 for the right Design Engineer. 

Design Engineer responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver a wide range of projects including:

- Low temperature hot water systems & their site wide distribution 

- Steam & Condensate within Energy Centres 

- ASHP & WSHP Installations 

- Combined Heat & Power projects and their integration 

- Commercial, industrial, and Healthcare

• Prepare high quality information including technical specifications, designs, drawings, equipment schedules, survey reports, and contract documentation. 

• Produce energy efficient designs and be able to demonstrate financial benefits to our clients

• Attend meetings with clients and multidisciplinary design teams as the MEP project lead

• Develop and present project design proposals to the project team and client

• Undertake project surveys including site inspections, stock condition, refurbishment and post-occupancy performance evaluations

• Develop new and repeat business

• Maintain regular contact with all clients

• Monitor and review junior staff performance

• Report resource and financial information to group Partners

• Identify opportunities for new services and company development

• Ensure accurate mark ups for CAD, liaising with drawing office to ensure project designs are reflected clearly & accurately in construction drawings

• Responsibility as design lead on client projects including attendance and representation of the company at all necessary design meetings

• Responsibility for design co-ordination & design audits through project installation 

The Design Engineer:

• Conscientious, enthusiastic, well organised and professional. You must provide a constant positive influence on the team, encourage others and lead by example. 

• Be proactive with developing your own and others knowledge, while driving standards and quality throughout the team 

Design Engineer Qualifications Required: 

• 8 years minimum experience as a Building Services Designer Engineer or similar

• HNC or a degree in either Mechanical, Building Services or related Engineering discipline

• Experience working on projects such as Energy Centres, CHP & Energy projects or healthcare sector also desirable

• Hold, or working towards, membership with relevant industry body (CIBSE, IMechE, IET)

Please contact Ben Paine from Designer Recruitment for more information. 

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent position paying between £30,000 - £40,000 + Commission for the right Kitchen Designer. 

Duties of the Kitchen Designer:

• Designing and selling bespoke kitchens
• Maintaining showroom standards at all times
• Ensuring customers and clients are well looked after with a huge focus on the customer journey
• Liaising with other departments and support to ensure communication is kept to the highest level
• Producing high-quality renders with their design software
• Promoting the company brand and acting as an ambassador for the business
• Attending events put on by the business or that the business requires representation for

Requirements Kitchen Designer:

• Knowledge of Virtual Worlds, Fusion 2020, AutoCAD, Compusoft or ArtiCAD preferred 
• Saturday working required with a day off in the week
• A proven sales background
• Kitchen Design experience essential

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holiday
• Birthday holiday extra
• Private medical insurance after 6 months probation
• Alternate Saturdays
• Other staff bonuses 

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role offering up to £35,000 per annum + Commission.

This role reports into the Showroom Manager.

Kitchen Designer responsibilities:

• Deliver on kitchen sales targets and enhance opportunities for further income growth
• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers, converting into sales
• Support with showroom marketing activities
• Engaging with walk-in customers and ensuring our clients/customers receive the highest level of customer service
• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquires and customer/client enquiries throughout a project
• Use of internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)
• Drawing new plans/designs based on customer/client brief
• Surveying locations accurately in order to produce suitable designs for furniture to be installed
• Supporting the Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with our manufacturing colleagues in Germany and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects
• Provide an effective kitchen after-sales service to clients/customers to maintain and enhance business reputation and secure repeat business
• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to a high level of cleanliness

Kitchen Designer requirements:

• At least 4 years’ previous experience with design in a luxury kitchen retail or showroom environment
• German kitchen experience preferred and desired
• Good customer service and sales experience with some evidence of sales achieved in previous roles
• Knowledge of design using CAD software
• Training on our product design system (Winner) will also be provided
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence

What's on Offer:

• Basic salary: £30,000-£35,000 DOE
• Commission based on sales (uncapped)
• Company pension (after three months)
• Discount scheme for hundreds of high street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline Working arrangements
• Full time. 5 days a week to include late night on Thursday (7pm close) and Saturday working on a rota system (flexible day off in lieu during the week)

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent position paying between £22,000 - £26,000 for a Junior Designer and £30,000 - £40,000 + Commission for the right Senior Kitchen Designer. 

Duties of the Kitchen Designer:

• Designing and selling bespoke kitchens
• Maintaining showroom standards at all times
• Ensuring customers and clients are well looked after with a huge focus on the customer journey
• Liaising with other departments and support to ensure communication is kept to the highest level
• Producing high-quality renders with their design software
• Promoting the company brand and acting as an ambassador for the business
• Attending events put on by the business or that the business requires representation for

Requirements Kitchen Designer:

• Knowledge of Virtual Worlds, Fusion 2020, AutoCAD, Compusoft or ArtiCAD preferred 
• Saturday working required with a day off in the week
• A proven sales background
• Kitchen Design experience essential

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holiday
• Birthday holiday extra
• Private medical insurance after 6 months probation
• Alternate Saturdays
• Other staff bonuses 

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent position paying £35,000 - £45,000 for the right Project Kitchen Designer. 

Working hours: Monday to Friday

Project Kitchen Designer duties: 

            •           Analyse floor plans and classify unit types, wardrobes, and appliances to generate quantity take-offs

            •           Prepare and organise kitchen and wardrobe typologies, based on spec tiers and layout similarities

            •           Prepare tender documents: layouts, specification breakdowns, palette proposals, and pricing summaries

            •           Work closely with the Italian factory and internal commercial team to request and review pricing

            •           Coordinate with the internal team, suppliers and clients

            •           Use spreadsheets to manage pricing, quantities, and revisions across multiple projects

            •           Prepare and present project-specific presentation packs for clients (developers, architects, PMs)

            •           Cross-check specs with appliances, worktops, and finishes to ensure technical and cost compatibility

            •           Prepare high-quality client presentations and support design team meetings with relevant visuals

            •           Organise and update project folders with layouts, finishes, and product codes for each unit type

            •           Coordinate with relevant team leads to flag service clashes, missing drawings, or scope inconsistencies

            •           Ensure accuracy across all documents shared with clients

Essential Skills and Experience

            •           Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in kitchen design, ideally for large-scale projects

            •           Strong proficiency in Excel – comfortable working with formulas, quantities, and structured data

            •           Good working knowledge of kitchen detailing – especially units, internal fittings, appliance integration, and service zones

            •           Familiarity with appliances (Neff, Siemens, Bosch etc.) and worktop materials (laminate, quartz, compact etc.)

            •           Experience using kitchen design software such as:

            •           Metron (desired but not essential)

            •           Winner Design

            •           Revit (preferred for layouts and coordination)

            •           Ability to work across multiple live projects with shifting priorities

            •           Structured mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy

            •           Organised, proactive, and able to juggle multiple project timelines

            •           Commercial awareness — understanding how design choices affect pricing and lead times

            •           Fluent in preparing clear, structured documents and presentations for client review

            •           Excellent written and spoken English

            •           Highly responsible and take full ownership of assigned tasks, showing initiative in identifying issues, proposing solutions, and pushing projects forward. 

 Bonus / Ideal Additions

            •           Familiarity with premium kitchen brands

            •           Experience preparing client-facing documents or presentations

            •           Italian language skills helpful, but not required

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

The Kitchen Designer is responsible for designing and selling creative, expert design solutions with exceptional customer service.

This is a permanent position paying £40,000 - £45,000 per annum + Commission and other company benefits. 

Kitchen Designer Duties:

• Driving sales through the design of bespoke kitchens, engaging with clients from initial consultation through to final installation
• Engaging with clients to understand their needs, preferences, and budgets, offering expert design advice and tailored kitchen and furniture solutions
• Leading the creation of stunning, functional kitchen designs, producing detailed plans and 3D renderings using design software (e.g., Vectorworks, or similar)
• Managing the full sales process, from generating leads to closing deals, providing accurate quotes, and ensuring all details of the client’s project are captured and priced effectively
• Overseeing the progress of client projects, from design approval through to the final installation, ensuring high standards of quality, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of kitchen products, materials, and trends to provide expert advice to clients and create the best solutions for their homes.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, providing excellent customer service throughout the sales and design process, including aftercare
• Working towards and exceed individual and team sales targets, contributing to the overall success of the business
• Building a network of clients using various lead generation techniques and sources to create sales opportunities, referrals and repeat clients
• Collaborating with other members of the sales and design team, as well as with the installation team, to ensure smooth project execution
• Representing the company at trade events, shows, and client meetings, acting as an ambassador for the brand and helping to build its reputation in the marketplace
• Managing client records, sales documentation, and progress reports, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is kept within the company systems

Kitchen Designer requirements:

• A proven experience in kitchen design and sales, with a strong portfolio of completed projects and a successful track record of achieving sales targets
• Proficiency in kitchen design software such as Vectorworks, SketchUp, or similar, with the ability to produce detailed floor plans
• Strong sales skills with the ability to close deals, upsell products, and deliver solutions tailored to clients’ needs and budgets.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong emphasis on providing outstanding customer service and building lasting client relationships
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality standards are met
• Possess an in-depth understanding of kitchen products, appliances, finishes, and current design trends
• Have the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments to achieve company goals
• A background in interior design, architecture, or a related field is preferred

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role offering £35,000 - £45,000 + Commission per annum for the right Senior Designer. 

Senior Designer duties:

• Managing a portfolio of clients and designing bespoke interiors
• Working out of their Central London Showroom
• Managing interior projects from concept to completion
• Designing interiors on the company's in house CAD system
• Liaising with Project Managers, Installers and the Purchasing department to ensure a smooth running to the projects
• Dealing with any customers via walk-ins, appointments, repeat business and referrals
• Overcoming objections with customers
• Working with the wider teams in the company to handle projects to a high standard
• Introducing customers to a range of products and appliances
• Upselling where possible and ensuring a smooth sale
• Attending company events and award shows for networking opportunities
• Being a brand ambassador for the company at all times

This would be an excellent opportunity for a Senior Designer to really excel with one of the industry's big names. 

Senior Designer requirements:

• Minimum 5 years experience in high-end sales and design
• Proficiency in CAD 
• Excellent attention to details
• A strong character 

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role offering up to £27,000 per annum + Commission for the right kitchen designer. Your realisitic OTE's are circa £50,000 per annum. 

Kitchen Designer responsibilities:

• Deliver on kitchen sales targets and enhance opportunities for further income growth
• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers, converting into sales
• Support with showroom marketing activities
• Engaging with walk in customers and ensuring our clients/customers receive the highest level of customer service
• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquires and customer/client enquiries throughout a project
• Use of internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)
• Drawing new plans/designs based on customer/client brief
• Surveying locations accurately in order to produce suitable designs for furniture to be installed
• Supporting the wider management with ordering processes/liaising with their manufacturing colleagues in the completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects
• Provide an effective kitchen after-sales service to clients/customers to maintain and enhance business reputation and secure repeat business
• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to high level of cleanliness

Kitchen Designer requirements:

• At least 2 years’ previous experience with design in a kitchen retail or showroom environment
• Good customer service and sales experience with some evidence of sales achieved in previous roles
• Knowledge of design using CAD software 
• Training on the product design system will also be provided
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence

Benefits:

• Commission based on sales (uncapped)
• Company pension 
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 

This is a permanent role offering up to £33,000 per annum + Commission for the right kitchen designer.

Kitchen Designer responsibilities

• Deliver on kitchen sales targets and enhance opportunities for further income growth
• Lead taking, booking design appointments and presenting designs to clients/customers, converting into sales
• Support with showroom marketing activities
• Engaging with walk in customers and ensuring our clients/customers receive the highest level of customer service
• Answering the phone and dealing with daily enquires and customer/client enquiries throughout a project
• Use of internal systems including CRM reporting tools efficiently (training will be provided)
• Drawing new plans/designs based on customer/client brief
• Surveying locations accurately in order to produce suitable designs for furniture to be installed
• Supporting the Dual Site Showroom Manager with ordering processes/liaising with our manufacturing colleagues in Germany and completion of technical drawings for customer/client projects
• Provide an effective kitchen after-sales service to clients/customers to maintain and enhance business reputation and secure repeat business
• Ensuring the showroom is maintained to high level of cleanliness

Kitchen Designer requirements:

• At least 4 years’ previous experience with design in a luxury kitchen retail or showroom environment
• German kitchen experience preferred and desired
• Good customer service and sales experience with some evidence of sales achieved in previous roles
• Knowledge of design using CAD software
• Training on the product design system will also be provided
• Proactive with a desire to learn and develop in the role
• Strong attention to detail • Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and presentation skills and IT literate
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Personable, friendly and confident with a can do attitude
• Driving Licence

Benefits:

• Commission based on sales (uncapped)
• Company pension (after three months)
• Discount scheme for hundreds of high street retailers
• 25 days’ holiday a year plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Opportunity for ongoing training and development
• Access to wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to 24/7 counselling and support helpline

Designer Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy.