• Working on a variety of projects, with a particular focus on Retail, F&B and Office design.• Understanding clients' goals and requirements for the project, and considering the needs of the people using the space. Acquiring key information about potential projects, discussing requirements in detail with clients to ascertain the design briefs and set project schedules. • Preliminary site surveying and site visits during fit-out to check progress and inspect the work.• Researching… Show more • Working on a variety of projects, with a particular focus on Retail, F&B and Office design.• Understanding clients' goals and requirements for the project, and considering the needs of the people using the space. Acquiring key information about potential projects, discussing requirements in detail with clients to ascertain the design briefs and set project schedules. • Preliminary site surveying and site visits during fit-out to check progress and inspect the work.• Researching and gathering information and images relating to the project to create mood boards for presentation to clients. • Developing initial ideas into design concepts in consultation with the client using 2D layouts and 3D visuals.• Specifying materials and furnishings, such as lighting, furniture, wall finishes and flooring. • Preparing detailed tender package of working drawings & documents; plans, elevations, sections, detailing, furniture & finishes schedule, and 3d rendered visuals.• Researching and keeping up to date with innovative trends and developments in the design industry. Sourcing new products and meeting with suppliers to constantly update the material library. Show less

Assisted the team with various projects including residential interior design consultationsfor several clients, and the preparation and curation of their show for the London Design Festival.

Furniture Re-appropriation Project : Design & construction of furniture item. Exhibition Project : Concept & curation of the end of year show.Sustainable Theatre Project : Competition to design a temporary and sustainable theatre space for World Stage Design 2013.Student Accommodation Project : Design proposal for refurbishment of the old Southwark Town Hall into student housing and communal space.

Assisted the design team with the sourcing and procurement of FF&E, and the final staging of a high profile 1339 m2 residential project on a Grade I listed Regency property in Central London.

Involved in market research and business development to establish new business leads and update the client and candidate database. Responsible for the induction and training of new staff members.

Managed client requirements and generally liaised with clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process. Administrative duties included invoicing, reports, statistics, and contracts, as well as temporary receptionist cover during vacation/maternity leave. Involved in market research and business development to establish new business leads and update the client and candidate database. Responsible for the induction and training of new staff members.

Promoting education in the UK and enhancing relations between the UK and the UAE by providing an education enquiry service, English language course placements, and organising marketing material and visits for UK institution representatives.

Greeted and welcomed guests to the office. Handled incoming calls via switchboard. Coordinated meeting room bookings. Assisted Senior Recruitment Consultants by dealing with candidate applications by email and phone, and meeting suitable candidates to discuss job vacancies and assess their suitability for the positions. Contacting clients to gather feedback on CV’s and liaising with short-listed candidates to arrange interviews.