The Role:

My client are seeking a talented Lighting Designer to help deliver bespoke lighting solutions for luxury residential and hospitality projects. You'll work closely with clients, architects, interior designers, and project teams to create high-quality lighting designs - from concept through to completion on site.

Responsibilities:

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Design detailed lighting layouts for construction using AutoCAD

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Develop lighting specifications and control schedules to meet project requirements

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Create compelling design presentations and reports, including concept imagery, sketches, and renders

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Coordinate lighting layouts with other design disciplines (architecture, interiors, M&E)

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Present lighting concepts and design developments to clients and stakeholders

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Attend and lead design meetings, site visits, and site surveys

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Conduct on-site lighting mock-ups and tests to validate design intent

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Liaise with construction teams during installation and respond to technical queries

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Carry out lighting commissioning post-installation, including occasional out-of-hours visits

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Stay informed on trends, materials, and technologies in lighting design

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Promote the highest standards of creative and technical design

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Maintain awareness of regulations, best practices, and internal product lines

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Prepare and present project fee proposals confidently

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Provide feedback on product development to R&D and technical teams

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Collaborate with internal sales, coordination, and technical departments to ensure smooth project delivery

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Support CPD seminars, design masterclasses, and other professional development initiatives

Qualifications:

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Degree or diploma in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline

Experience:

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Minimum of 2 years' experience in the lighting industry, with a focus on high-end residential or hospitality design

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Experience in a client-facing role with direct responsibility for project delivery

Key Skills and Attributes:

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Strong technical knowledge of lighting (e.g., luminaires, drivers, control protocols, CRI/TM-30, CCT, binning)

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Proficient in AutoCAD, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CRM systems a plus

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DIALux knowledge is beneficial but not essential

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Comfortable communicating in luxury design environments

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Skilled at presenting ideas and designs to clients and multidisciplinary teams

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Commercially aware and confident in fee negotiations

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Technically curious with a strong ability to retain and apply complex information

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Exceptionally organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects

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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills