Design Director (Interiors)

Job description / Role

Our client, a leading Real Estate Developers is seeking an experienced Interior Design Director to lead the inhouse Interior design department of a leading developer in Dubai of a landmark ultra luxury high-end residential projects . This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring design intent is delivered to the highest quality through concept, construction, fit-out, and final handover.

The role requires exceptional design and technical knowledge of the regions ultra-high end luxury design market.

Leadership & Design Delivery

* Lead the concept through to delivery for a large-scale luxury residential
* Act as the primary point of contact on-site for all interior design matters
* Ensure design intent is accurately implemented through concept, design, construction, and fit-out stages to handover

* Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline (
* Minimum 18 years' professional experience, ( at a VERY senior level) with at least 5+ years in the UAE
* Proven experience delivering luxury residential projects through Design concept, site and fit-out stages
* experience on large , complex ultra luxury projects
* Solid works record
* Be able to manage a large design team

Key Competencies

* Strong leadership presence with the ability to make decisive decisions
* Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage pressure, deadlines, and complex site conditions
* Highly organised with a proactive, solution-driven mindset

About the Company

Blake Anderson is a boutique consultancy based in the UK, with a satellite office in Dubai. Specialising in Technical and Construction Recruitment, Blake Anderson provides a superior service to clients and candidates within the construction and technical sectors.

We concentrate on placing professionals throughout the world, focusing mainly on the Middle East and Asia, drawing on both the global and local markets for highly qualified professionals. In order to attract the best talent, we invest in various high-end advertising mediums.

With a database of 1,000's of candidates, our experienced consultants have a wealth of recruitment knowledge and have a consultative approach at all times, ensuring a second to none service.