Design Director - (Workplace + Commercial)

A leading workspace and commercial interiors specialist is seeking a Design Director to shape the creative direction and elevate design standards across all projects. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to lead a talented team of designers, collaborate with business development and project management professionals, and play an instrumental part in winning new projects through compelling concepts and presentations. You will be at the forefront of driving innovative, commercially viable design solutions that align with brand identity, client needs, and project profitability. If you are passionate about creating inspiring workspaces, thrive in a collaborative environment, and enjoy mentoring others while influencing market trends, this position provides a unique platform for your expertise to shine. Flexible working opportunities, generous training support, and a nurturing culture await those who are ready to make a lasting impact on workplace design.

• Lead the creative vision for workspace and commercial interior projects, ensuring every design solution is both innovative and aligned with client requirements.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of designers, fostering a supportive and collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Work closely with business development and project management teams to deliver commercially viable designs that strengthen market positioning and drive project success.

What you'll do:

As Design Director, you will immerse yourself in shaping the creative direction for workspace interiors while ensuring every project delivers exceptional results. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve reviewing design concepts from inception through to final deliverables, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure feasibility and commercial alignment, and leading client presentations that showcase your ability to translate requirements into impactful solutions. You will mentor designers at various levels by establishing robust processes that encourage growth within the team. Success in this role means consistently elevating design standards while balancing creativity with practical considerations such as cost efficiency and project timelines. By staying attuned to industry trends and introducing fresh ideas into each project, you will reinforce the organisation’s reputation as a leader in workplace design.

• Define and drive the creative direction across all workspace and commercial interior projects, ensuring every concept reflects the highest standards of design quality.
• Review, approve, and refine design concepts, space planning strategies, and final deliverables to guarantee functional outcomes that exceed client expectations.
• Lead engaging presentations and pitches to clients, translating their requirements into differentiated design solutions that win new business opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with business development teams to convert prospects into successful projects by positioning the organisation as a thought leader in workplace design.
• Mentor junior and senior designers by establishing clear processes, standards, and review checkpoints that build capability within the team.
• Foster a collaborative creative culture where performance accountability is balanced with encouragement for innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Work alongside project managers and quantity surveyors to ensure all designs are feasible, cost-aligned, and support margin targets without compromising creativity.
• Balance artistic vision with commercial realities by aligning designs with project timelines, delivery constraints, and profitability goals.
• Stay ahead of workplace trends by introducing new concepts, materials, and methodologies that strengthen brand identity and market positioning.
• Champion continuous improvement by elevating design standards across all projects while maintaining consistency in quality.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Design Director brings extensive experience in workplace or commercial interior design coupled with proven leadership abilities. Your background includes managing diverse teams on multiple projects where collaboration was key to achieving outstanding results. You possess strong technical knowledge supported by a relevant degree which underpins your approach to concept development. Your portfolio reflects not only creative flair but also strategic thinking—showcasing how you have successfully translated client briefs into differentiated solutions. Interpersonal skills are central; your capacity for storytelling during presentations helps build rapport with clients while your stakeholder engagement ensures smooth coordination across departments. You understand how to balance artistic ambition with practical constraints such as budgets or timelines. By keeping abreast of industry developments you continually introduce new ideas that enhance brand identity.

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field is essential for demonstrating foundational knowledge required for this role.
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in workplace or commercial interior design ensures you bring deep industry insight to every project.
• Proven track record of leading design teams across multiple projects highlights your ability to foster collaboration and nurture talent.
• Strong portfolio showcasing concept design, workplace strategy, and client-facing work demonstrates your creative capabilities as well as interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial realities allows you to deliver designs that are both inspiring and feasible within budgetary constraints.
• Excellent presentation skills enable you to communicate ideas effectively during pitches or stakeholder meetings.
• Storytelling abilities help you connect emotionally with clients while articulating complex concepts clearly.
• Stakeholder engagement skills ensure you build trustful relationships across business development, project management, and client teams.
• Experience establishing clear processes for design reviews supports continuous improvement within the team environment.
• Awareness of workplace trends enables you to introduce innovative concepts that keep the organisation ahead of competitors.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a recognised leader in workspace interiors thanks to its commitment to delivering high-quality designs tailored specifically for each client’s needs. The company fosters an inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged at every level—from junior designers through senior leadership—ensuring everyone’s voice contributes meaningfully to project outcomes. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed around personal circumstances as well as generous training support aimed at professional development. The culture is nurturing; mentorship is valued highly so individuals can grow their skills within a supportive network. With access to cutting-edge resources and exposure to landmark projects across Singapore’s commercial landscape, joining this team means being part of an enterprise dedicated not just to excellence but also continual learning. The focus on innovation ensures employees remain at the forefront of industry trends while enjoying stability within an established brand known for its dependability.

What's next:

If you are ready to inspire change in workspace interiors through creative leadership and collaborative teamwork, this is your chance to make an impact—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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