Associate Interior Designer – Hospitality Projects

Inspire. Empower. Create. Lead a Team Shaping the Future of Hotel Design. Do you thrive in a lively, creative studio where ideas spark quickly, collaboration feels effortless, and people genuinely love what they do? Are you energised by guiding and supporting others, and passionate about shaping unforgettable hospitality experiences? We are hotel design consultants specialising in large-scale refurbishment projects for major global brands including Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Accor, delivering transformational hospitality environments throughout the UK. From reimagining guest rooms to revitalising public spaces, our mission is simple and powerful: to add value for our clients and create memorable experiences for their guests. Our vision is to mentor and guide the next generation of leaders in hospitality design, and this Associate role is key to bringing that vision to life. This role is not about running projects independently - it’s a people-first leadership position, where you’ll inspire, empower, and guide our design team through every stage of the creative process in a studio buzzing with energy, collaboration, and ambition. What You’ll DoLead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers within a creative, buzzing studioSupport the team through every stage of large-scale hotel refurbishment projects—from concept to completionCollaborate closely with senior leadership to champion our design vision and maintain creative excellenceHelp designers interpret and elevate project briefs, delivering meaningful value for major hospitality brands and their guestsTrack and support progress against KPIs, celebrating achievements and identifying growth opportunitiesBuild warm, trusted relationships with clients and global brand partnersReview and coordinate complex commercial drawing packages with confidenceCreate bespoke concepts that balance creativity, brand standards, functionality, and commercialityFoster a positive, collaborative, people-centred culture where creativity and confidence can thrive Who You AreNaturally enthusiastic, optimistic, and influential - a positive force who uplifts othersSteady, sincere, patient, and supportive, offering calm leadership and genuine carePassionate about hotel and hospitality design, with a strong understanding of guest experienceA team-focused leader who thrives on collaboration, communication, and empowering othersAuthentic, ambitious, commercially aware, and committed to exceptional quality in designA clear, warm communicator with a talent for building strong relationships Experience Required7+ years’ experience in large-scale commercial interior designExperience leading, mentoring, or guiding teams through full project stagesStrong capability in reviewing and coordinating large-scale drawing packagesSolid understanding of brand standards for major hospitality operatorsExperience developing distinctive, bespoke design conceptsComfortable working with senior leadership and contributing to KPI-led studio growth Why You’ll Love Working With UsCompetitive salaryComprehensive healthcare packageFlexible working hoursA bright, energised Glasgow City Centre studio buzzing with collaboration and creativityThe opportunity to shape high-profile hotel refurbishment projects across the UKThe chance to influence the studio’s growth and mentor emerging design leadersA studio culture grounded in positivity, authenticity, connection, and design excellence  How to ApplyIf you’re excited by the idea of leading a talented team and shaping the future of hotel design, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV, examples of your work, and a cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this role to: hello@bellandswift.com