KAI Interiors is an award-winning, female-led London design company specialising in exceptional hospitality, residential, wellbeing, and workspace projects. Our Mission is to design inspiring spaces that cultivate social connection and collective wellbeing. Our Values Our values are a key component to attracting people we love working with. They are the guiding principles for how KAI Interiors operates and what we stand for. SYNERGY Thriving on connections to deliver exceptional, client-focused solutions. By fostering strong partnerships, we provide exceptional, tailored solutions that meet our clients’ unique needs. COLLABORATION Kindness, sincerity, and a proactive mindset are the hallmarks of this team that puts the collective before individual egos. CURIOSITY Curiosity encourages exploration of unconventional materials, innovative layouts, and unexpected design solutions that elevate a space beyond the ordinary. LONGEVITY Our design approach is strategic and focused on sustainability, ensuring that your interior is built to last and has longevity. Key Responsibilities: Meeting potential new clients and carrying out initial consultation and converting leads. Creating fee estimates ensuring you have taken on board previous learnings from time tracking. Design Development: Lead the conceptualisation and development of interior design projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and project goals. Business development ideas- constantly considering how we can grow, better streamline and become a more profitable business. Managing the team and their workload, ensuring everyone has a solid work life balance. Discussing Monthly monetary targets with Director and considering project timelines to hit them and workload. Team training sessions- considering what we need to be better and more effective. Client Interaction: Engage with clients to understand their vision, preferences, and requirements; present design proposals and revisions effectively. Project Management: Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery. Collaboration: Work closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to integrate design concepts with structural and technical requirements. Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-weight designers, fostering their professional growth and skill development. Research & Trends: Stay updated on industry trends, materials, technologies, and sustainable practices to inform design decisions. Technical Documentation: Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and presentations using design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp etc). Carefully checking team drawings for errors. Site Visits: Conduct site visits to monitor project progress and ensure adherence to design specifications. End of project reviews: Checking products are all correct in line with the schedule, overall review of profitability and time tracking. Project administration ensuring our processes are implemented with the team and followed. Recruitment of new team members: Supporting in interviews Correspondence with office manager ensuring project invoices are sent out on time. Updating and researching systems and softwares that can enable team to work more efficiently. Software Advanced skills in using CAD software fluently, 2D and 3D Experience in PhotoShop, Indesign, SketchUp, and MS Office Experience Minimum of 6 years of experience in Hospitality Interior Design History of employment within the hospitality sector advantageous [bartending or floor staff, operations for example] Strong skills in Space Planning and Construction Drawings Experience in Interior Design, including concept development and design documentation, lighting design and styling Knowledge of FF&E selection (materials, finishes, detailing, and scheduling) Experienced in presenting designs to large rooms of people and managing clients and contractors You Self-confident and receptive to constructive feedback Ability to manage time, generate/manage schedules, and work flow of projects efficiently Quality experience dealing with contractors, sub-teams on site, including Architects and Engineers Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and visual. Exceptional attention to detail Ability to understand and generate plans creatively. Good communication skills & ability to present at a high level. Strong interpersonal skills, detail-oriented, and able to manage and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. Responsibilities Proactive about managing internal deadlines and standards of design Visualization and explanation of concepts to others Developing detailed designs and choosing materials Delivering design with a strong narrative linked to brand ideals Working in both 2D and 3D to communicate design intent Preparing visual packages for visual artists Managing the creative process on assigned spaces through to finished CGI Join the KAI Interiors Family If you are a motivated, driven, and a passionate individual with a keen eye for design and a desire to push boundaries, we want to hear from you. We want someone who is full of energy and eager to lead a team of designers and grow the business with us. At KAI Interiors, we value creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. To apply, please submit your CV, portfolio and salary expectations to our info email. We look forward to welcoming you to our dynamic and forward-thinking team. Please note this position is office based in Hackney, London. Do not apply if you are looking for hybrid working. Thank you
Role Title: Customer Services & Design Assistant Location: Planet Neon Role Overview Planet Neon is looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and adaptable individual to join our team as a Customer Services & Design Assistant. This role combines day-to-day customer support with creative design responsibilities. You don’t need to be an expert in design software yet — full training will be provided in VCarve so you can develop the skills needed to prepare design files for neon signage. What matters most is a willingness to learn, work as part of a team, and bring a positive attitude to everything you do. Key Responsibilities Customer Service • Answer customer enquiries via phone, email, and in-person., • Provide information on products, prices, and lead times., • Process orders from enquiry to completion., • Deal with any issues or complaints in a helpful and professional manner., • Build and maintain good relationships with customers. Design & Technical • Learn how to use VCarve software to prepare design layouts., • Turn customer ideas into accurate, production-ready designs (with training and support)., • Work closely with the production team to ensure designs are practical and achievable., • Keep design records and files organised. General Support • Assist with admin tasks including updating systems, scheduling, and invoices., • Support colleagues across the business when needed. Skills & Experience Required • Previous experience in customer service (preferred but not essential)., • Good communication skills, both written and verbal., • Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office, email, etc.)., • Willingness to learn VCarve software and other design tools (training provided)., • Eye for detail with a creative mindset., • Strong teamwork skills and the ability to pitch in where needed. Personal Attributes • Enthusiastic, eager to learn, and open to training., • Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused., • Team player who enjoys working with others to get the job done., • Positive attitude and energy, even when things get busy. Benefits Full training in VCarve design software and neon production. Career development opportunities in both customer service and design. A creative, supportive, and team-focused work environment. Staff discounts on products.
Core Responsibilities Logistics and Operations: Manage timetabling, room bookings, resources, and staffing for examination sessions. Facility Management: Ensure the test centre meets client and organisational standards for facilities and operations. Staff Management: Oversee the performance, training, and staffing levels of centre staff and invigilators. Candidate Support: Provide excellent customer service to candidates, assisting them with queries and directing them during tests. Procedure and Compliance: Ensure that all examination procedures and safeguarding policies are strictly followed. Administration and Reporting: Handle exam entries, maintain centre documentation, and report on centre performance to senior management. Problem-Solving: Deal with examination irregularities, resolve candidate queries, and handle any issues that arise during testing. Promotion and Marketing: Promote the activities and mission of the test centre to attract more candidates Key Skills and Experience Administrative Skills: Experience in administrative systems and knowledge of Microsoft Office packages are essential. Organizational Skills: Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills are crucial for handling complex logistics. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are needed to interact with candidates, staff, and management. Customer Service: A sound knowledge of customer service principles and practices is required to provide a positive experience for candidates. Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently and effectively. Attention to Detail: Accuracy is vital for managing exam entries and ensuring compliance with procedures. Flexibility: A flexible approach to work is often necessary, as some roles may involve weekend work. Problem-Solving: Analytically identifying and resolving technical challenges. Communication: Effectively conveying technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Project Management: Planning, organising, and managing IT projects to achieve goals. Creativity: Generating innovative solutions to technical problems. Adaptability: Staying current with rapidly evolving technology and learning new tools
Job Purpose We are seeking a skilled IT Technician to support the daily IT operations of our construction company. The role involves providing technical support to office staff, site-based teams, and project managers to ensure smooth running of IT systems across multiple projects and locations. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, and maintain computer hardware, software, networks, printers, and mobile devices. Provide first-line and second-line IT support for office and on-site employees. Manage and troubleshoot issues with project management software, CAD tools, and construction-specific applications. Support remote working setups and connectivity for site engineers and managers. Ensure data security, backups, and compliance with IT policies. Maintain and monitor servers, cloud systems, and company-wide networks. Set up IT infrastructure on new construction sites (internet, routers, access points, cabling). Liaise with external vendors and service providers when needed. Document IT procedures, asset inventories, and user guides. Provide training and guidance to staff on IT systems and best practices. Skills & Qualifications Diploma/Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in IT support, preferably in construction or engineering environments. Knowledge of Windows & Mac operating systems, Microsoft 365, and cloud platforms. Networking knowledge (LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPNs, firewalls). Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently. Excellent communication skills to support both technical and non-technical staff. Full UK driving licence (preferred, as site travel is required). Mobility Requirement This role involves travel to different construction sites to set up and maintain IT systems in site offices and temporary facilities. Benefits Competitive salary package Opportunities for training and career development Company pension scheme On-site