Assistant to Design Manager

Position: Assistant to the Design Manager
Job Title:

Assistant to the Design Manager

Location:

Bristol (Office-Based)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Company
Our client is a well-established fit-out contractor delivering high-quality commercial interior projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a highly organised and proactive Assistant to the Design Manager to join their Bristol office and support their design team.

The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being organised, supporting a team, and working in a creative office environment. You will play a key role in supporting the Design Manager and designers with day-to-day coordination, administration, and studio support.

Design experience is not required-they are looking for someone who is reliable, organised, and happy to help wherever needed.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Design Manager and wider design team

Organise and pull together material samples for project presentations and client meetings

Maintain and organise the design library and sample materials

Assist with preparing documents, presentations, and general office coordination

Manage basic admin tasks including filing, document control, and meeting arrangements

Welcome visitors and clients to the office and support meeting set-ups

Support the team with general office and project-related tasks as required

About You

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Friendly, professional, and confident greeting visitors

Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a busy office environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good IT skills (Microsoft Office or similar)

A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn

Experience

Previous administration, office support, receptionist, or coordinator experience would be beneficial

No design, construction, or fit-out background required but is a bonus

What We Offer

Permanent position with a growing and dynamic company

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunity to work closely with a creative design team

Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are organised, personable, and enjoy supporting a busy team, we would love to hear from you.

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