Design professional leading design and delivery of global retail projects at Hästens. Contributing to product development while combining creativity with disciplined execution.
Responsibilities
Lead the design vision on assigned projects, from concept through to design development.
Manage the internal design approval process across all project phases.
Be accountable for the performance of external design partners, ensuring work aligns with Hästens standards.
Review and comment on design and construction documents to ensure consistency with brand guidelines while allowing for site-specific conditions.
Guide design direction, decision-making, detailing, and development of custom materials, furniture, and systems.
Oversee documentation quality from consultants; ensure detailing, coordination, and constructability.
Maintain open communication with internal stakeholders, cross-functional partners, landlords, and vendors to deliver on schedule, cost, and scope.
Coordinate prototypes, mock-ups, and samples, and provide timely feedback.
Organise, update, and archive project design deliverables.
Uphold brand standards and material quality across all regions.
Share lessons learned to inform future improvements and updates to guidelines.
Travel as needed to project sites, mock-ups, and partner locations.
Requirements
Experience leading design projects with cross-functional teams, ideally in luxury retail or high-end architectural environments.
Strong ability to develop and articulate design concepts and explain direction, trade-offs, and implementation strategies.
Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to interface with stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency with design and documentation tools (CAD, rendering, etc.).
Understanding of building codes, local laws, and design constraints.
Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Industrial Design, or related field.
Experience across luxury retail, boutique hospitality, and high-end residential, ideally with product and visual merchandising experience.
Expertise in product and visual merchandising design, including materials, furniture, textiles, and finishes.
Refined aesthetic sensibility and strong understanding of historic design details, current design trends, culture, and craft.
Self-starter with high attention to detail and solid organisational skills.
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits program
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