Retail Design Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .   Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Retail Design Manager – Tétris London The Role The Retail Design Manager is responsible for leading the design development and delivery of retail projects across a diverse portfolio of brands and clients. Working closely with the Retail team, clients and wider Tetris business with some input to workplace environments as & when needed, the Retail Design Manager will translate brand requirements and commercial objectives into compelling, functional and deliverable retail environments. The role will lead projects from concept development through design development and technical coordination, ensuring that designs meet brand standards, operational requirements, programme and budget. Working within a Design & Build environment, the Retail Design Manager will collaborate closely with project management, commercial, technical, procurement and construction teams to ensure design intent is successfully delivered on site. This role will report into the Tetris Retail Technical Design Manager KNOWLEDGE Strong knowledge of retail interior design, including customer experience, brand environments, spatial planning and store design. Understanding of the relationship between brand identity, customer journey, commercial objectives and retail design. Good knowledge of retail design development from creative concept & story telling through to technical and construction stages. Understanding of Design & Build delivery and the relationship between design, cost, programme and construction. Knowledge of retail fixtures, joinery, finishes, materials, lighting and specialist retail elements. Understanding of retail operational requirements, including customer flow, merchandising, back-of-house requirements, accessibility and servicing. Good understanding of UK Building Regulations, relevant standards and statutory requirements affecting retail environments. Understanding of procurement, manufacturing and construction processes and their impact on design solutions. Knowledge of design coordination and the requirements of producing comprehensive design development and construction information. Understanding of working within client brand guidelines while developing solutions appropriate to individual sites and commercial requirements.

Experience delivering retail interior design projects within a design consultancy, Design & Build contractor or similar environment. Experience working across multiple retail brands and project types, adapting design solutions to different client requirements and brand identities. Experience leading projects from creative concept & story telling through design development and delivery. Experience working directly with clients and managing design approvals and sign-off processes. Experience coordinating with project managers, technical teams, commercial teams, contractors, suppliers and specialist consultants. Experience developing design packages suitable for costing, procurement and construction. Experience working within project budgets and programmes, with an understanding of the commercial implications of design decisions. Experience reviewing prototypes, samples, mock-ups, shop drawings and technical information where required. Experience undertaking site visits and working with construction teams to resolve design issues and maintain design intent during delivery. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising