Internal Design Lead

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002606/Amore

Date posted:

Friday, September 18, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An internationally renowned collection of luxury lodges, camps and expedition yachts, spanning wild and remote destinations across multiple continents, is seeking a talented INTERNAL DESIGN LEAD: LODGES, CAMPS AND YACHTS to guard and evolve its distinctive design identity.

POSITION INFO:
This is a senior, group-level design role for someone who can hold a consistent design thread across a diverse international portfolio while still allowing each property to feel authentically rooted in its own landscape and culture; the role spans everything from initial concept through to final installation, and covers new builds, refurbishments and ongoing styling.

Core Criteria:

Minimum 5 years' interior design experience, ideally within luxury hospitality, with a strong track record in conceptual storytelling
Relevant qualification in interior design, interior architecture or a related field preferred
Strong portfolio demonstrating concept development, space planning, material selection, detailing and completed installations
Proven experience coordinating designers, architects, contractors, suppliers and operational stakeholders
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite
Sound knowledge of FF&E and OS&E specification, procurement, materials, lighting and styling
Commercial understanding of budgets, quotations, landed costs and lead times
Strong presentation, communication and influencing skills across creative, operational and senior audiences
Comfortable working in remote, international or logistically complex environments
Calm, resourceful and solutions-driven under pressure, particularly during installations and openings

Core Responsibilities:

Develop design briefs and direction that translate each destination's landscape, culture and story into a clear sense of place
Guide mood boards, layouts, material palettes, furniture, lighting, art and styling from concept through approval
Coordinate with designers, architects, project managers, buyers and contractors from concept through to installation
Oversee site surveys, drawing reviews and specification schedules to ensure smooth technical coordination
Manage on-site installation, styling and opening readiness, often in remote locations
Maintain design guidelines and brand consistency across the portfolio while protecting each property's individuality
Provide design guidance on retail product ranges and staff uniforms in collaboration with relevant teams
Source and manage relationships with designers, artisans and suppliers, with a focus on local and sustainable partnerships
Maintain an organised design library of approved concepts, specifications, suppliers and project references
Travel regularly to properties to review design performance and inform future refurbishment priorities

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