Interior Design Leader Workplace Position Available In New York, New York

New York
Interior Design Leader – Workplace About Woods Bagot We design places that meet the challenges and opportunities of our rapidly changing world. Ourmitment to exploration, impact andmunity creates enduring, forward‑thinking oues, unlocking humanity’s highest potential. With a team of over 850 experts working across 17 studios in Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America, our Global Studio model allows us to work collaboratively across time zones and borders, using the latest technology to share design intelligence and strengthen our knowledge base around the world. About the Role As the interior design lead, you will be responsible for guiding the creative direction, strategy, and delivery of high-impact projects. You’ll lead across all project phases – championing design quality, fostering collaboration, and cultivating strong client relationships. Your leadership will play a key role in shaping progressive, human-centered workplace environments that reflect our clients’ brand, culture, and future ambitions.

Key Areas of Responsibility Practice Leadership and Management:

Provide leadership and motivation to the New York Studio, specifically the Workplace Interiors team
Lead the interior design process from concept throughpletion on keymercial projects
Collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver integrated, high-performance design solutions
Establish and foster relationships with existing and new clients, afford new project opportunities, and collaborate with the Business Development / Marketing / PR + Comms (BDMC) Team to prepare proposals to pursue new projects
Establish a culture of design excellence inmercial interior projects in New York and across the East Coast and the North America region
Foster amitment to exceptional client service
Provide mentorship to others within the practice
Develop and review fee proposals, budgets, and financial projections
Utilize and encourage best uses of technology for design, presentation, and production
Manage design presentations, documentation, and quality control across all project phases.
Manage the design solution by:
Ensuring the execution of necessary research to provide a thorough understanding of client needs, leading to responsive design solutions
Communicating design intent to clients in a clear,pelling way
incorporating design requirements and goals to demonstrate creative and unique design solutions
Overseeing the preparation and delivery of design presentations to the clients and coordinating with consultants to achieve design goals on schedule and within budget
Ensuring that graphic representations and construction documents clearly and accurately convey design intent Business development and

Marketing:

Establish and maintain close relationships with clients to win business
Collaborate with other Woods Bagot offices to increase opportunities and revenue from Global Corporate clients
Strategize with the Marketing Group and office leadership on the Business Development approach for specific opportunities
Identify and pursue new business opportunities in themercial interiors market across New York and the broader East Coast region
Work closely with Marketing Group to prepare fee proposals and write and/or edit appropriate sections of proposals
Work with the Marketing Manager to integrate strategy and goals for the Interiors group into the marketing plan for the region with a focus on the NYC area
Work closely with the marketing team to create presentations and other collateral materials to support business development efforts
Provide content of public relations activities for press releases, feature articles, and advertisements
Join professional, trade, and industry organizations and attend networking events, seeking opportunities to participate in seminars, panels, and speaking opportunities
Participate on juries at schools and industry awards programs

Staff Development:

Recruit talent to grow the practice
Lead ongoing dialogue within the Interiors group and with the practice at large regarding design philosophy, approach, and process
Mentor, coach, and motivate teams and individuals within the practice
Foster an environment of mutual respect and trust among team members as the group continues to grow and develop
Create opportunities for continuing education and professional development, including site visits, lectures, “Lunch and Learns,” etc.
Encourage staff exploration for continued innovation and design excellence About You As a successful candidate, you are a highly motivated, creative, and resourceful leader with a strong collaborative spirit. You aremitted to delivering business value for clients by applying bespoke solutions grounded in Woods Bagot’s research, design expertise, and industry experience. You excel at conceptualizing and translating ideas into exceptional design oues,bining strong space planning abilities with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics. A natural collaborator and clearmunicator, you bring a positive, professional presence to every interaction and presentation.

Required Experience and Skills:

Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a closely related field (or the international equivalent)
At least 10 years’ experience working in the Interior Design field
Strong workplace portfolio is essential, additional experience in retail/hospitality/residential would be a bonus
Demonstrated experience successfully leading and managing projects and a team
Demonstrated success in identifying and securing new business opportunities How to

Apply:

Please send your application via our Interior Design Leader – Workplace LinkedIn Job Post. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or names from agencies. Mandatory requirement: It is an essential requirement that at the time of applying for this position applicants must have the legal right to work in the United States. Inspiration. Innovation. Inclusiveness. We are Woods Bagot. Woods Bagot is an equal opportunity employer. We aremitted to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. At Woods Bagot, we aremitted to creating an environment where difference is celebrated, valued and respected, practices are equitable and our people feel like they belong. We accept that none of us is smarter than all of us. We believe building a diverse workforce is the foundation to creativity and innovative design – it is only by working together that we can realize the potential of our people, clients andmunities around us. Through our inclusive leadership and our truly global studio network of architects and designers, you will find your voice and have the support and flexibility required to bring your whole self to work and build an exceptional career.