Studio Coordinator/Manager

About Kim Pearson Interior Design 

Kim Pearson Interior Design is a busy, professional award-winning boutique interior design practice based in Claremont. We specialise in designing and creating bespoke high-end residential projects across Australia for over 25 years.  They are seeking a Studio & Logistics Coordinator to join the team on a Full Time basis.

The Perks

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and qualifications. 
• Be part of a passionate, highly engaged, friendly and hardworking team, and make a real impact on project outcomes and client experience. 
• Guaranteed time off over the Christmas/New Year period. 
• Car Allowance paid weekly.
• Beautiful, artful, bright, and relaxed office and studio space in central Claremont. We’re only a minute’s drive away from Claremont Quarter and a stunning park where you can enjoy your lunch breaks is only a short walk away. 
• Easy commute with on-site parking, a 2-minute walk from the train, multiple main Stirling Highway bus routes outside the door and the Perth/Fremantle cycle path is only a block away. 

The Role 

As the Studio & Logistics Coordinator you will work directly with the Director and alongside the design team providing a high level of support and assistance across all facets of the business. 

We're seeking a highly experienced, proactive and responsible individual who is ready to contribute to diverse daily operations in a friendly and hardworking office. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

• Providing executive support to the Director on all business-related tasks. 
• Responsible for the smooth operations and administration of our busy and dynamic studio ensuring processes are followed, in pursuit of continuous improvement.
• Effectively facilitate and manage the administration and logistics of each project from conception to completion, including:
  • requests and compilation of accurate project costings in readiness for formal quotations
  • highly accurate data entry
  • checking and placing orders, undertaking all scheduling in collaboration with the design team.  
• Coordinate scheduling and timelines for all projects in collaboration with the design team including diary management.
• Lead the onboarding of new projects in collaboration with the Director. 
• Liaise with existing and prospective clients, suppliers, and other key stakeholders. 
• Assist the design team with client presentations including producing and maintaining relevant documentation. 
• Manage HR procedures and scheduling of personnel.
• Coordinate and attend shoots, liaise with media and other specialist consultants, organise staff events and travel and attend industry events and staff events as required. 
   

Skills & Experience:

• 3-4 Years’ + experience in a similar role (required).  
• Experience working within Interior Design or related industries (desirable).
• Exceptional customer service skills, personalised to our high-end clients and professional stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, demonstrated by specific examples.
• Strong administrative skills, with exemplary time management and organisational skills. 
• Meticulous attention to detail and process. 
• Exceptional leadership (self and others), communication (written and verbal), and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible, resourceful and proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to meet critical deadlines. 
• Approachable, empathetic and friendly. 
• Ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously.
• Proficient in MacOS, Microsoft Office Suite and related software.  
   

Desirable Qualifications

• Qualification in Management, Project Management or a similar field, or substantial demonstrated experience; 
  and/or
• Tertiary qualification in Interior Design, Architecture or similar field, with proven project management and leadership experience. 
   

How to Apply

If you believe this could be the perfect role for you, we encourage you to apply to join our friendly and hardworking team via the ‘Apply Now’ button. 

In person interviews will commence beginning of February and looking for immediate start, however we are open to waiting for the right candidate.  

Please note this is not a design role.