Hybrid Interior Designer / Interior Architect, French-speaking

at Upscale Interiors AG

• Job title: Interior Designer / Interior Architect, French-speaking
• Job type: Part Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Zurich, Switzerland

About the role

• Interior Designer managing projects for residential and office interiors at Upscale Interiors in Switzerland. Collaborating with international teams and developing tailored design concepts in a growing design platform.

Responsibilities

• Independent project management and client advisory for private residential and office projects
• Concept development and implementation planning for interiors, layouts and furnishings
• Budget, timeline and quality control throughout the entire project lifecycle
• Coordination with specialist planners, authorities, contractors and craftsmen
• Supervising implementation until project completion and warranty follow-ups
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes, supplier network and product selection
• Supporting Upscale’s growth through market insights and client feedback

Requirements

• Degree in Interior Architecture or Architecture (BSc/MSc or equivalent FH/ETH/TU/USI)
• Alternatively: qualified architectural drafter (Hochbauzeichner/in) with strong interior design experience
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience
• Strong proficiency in ArchiCAD (essential); Nano Banana Pro
• Familiarity with leading European furniture brands, manufacturers and designers for residential and/or office environments
• Experience in construction supervision or interior fit-out execution
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• Confident communication and problem-solving abilities
• Motivated, resilient and structured with a strong attention to detail
• Languages: Fluent French (essential); English or German for collaboration with the Zurich team; Italian is a plus
• Valid Swiss work permit (B or C)

Benefits

• A creative, varied and meaningful role within a growing design platform
• Collaboration with an international team and a leading Swiss interior design brand
• The opportunity to grow quickly and take responsibility for your own projects
• A flexible collaboration model: project-based or part-time (up to 60%)
• An open, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies and competitive compensation