Careers with us
Job Opportunities
As a small studio we do not hire often, but we are always on the lookout
for talented designers to work with.
Please send your CV, covering letter, availability and notice periods, current salary and portfolio (including office drawings) by post or email to:
Zoe Wightman
Ben Pentreath
1-4 Lamp Office Court
London WC1N 3NF
jobs@benpentreath.com
Please note that our mail server won't accept attachment larger than 20MB.
You can upload your document here instead (recipient Zoe).
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we won’t be able to respond to everyone individually.
current positions
Ben Pentreath Ltd | Interior Design Support
We have a vacancy for a bright, passionate and highly organised individual to join the decoration department at our friendly studio in Bloomsbury. This position will be ideal for someone at the beginning of their design career, looking to gain experience within an established team.
Our ideal candidate will be a kind and hard-working multi-tasker who is willing to learn and work flexibly within a team, with strong attention to detail and a conscientious and proactive approach to all areas of duty.
We are looking for someone that will support the whole team with enthusiasm, care and attention. They will have an appreciation of working in a busy, creative environment and find pleasure in being productive and getting things done.
The role will primarily be responsible for general administrative duties and day-to-day office tasks including but not limited to:
- answering telephone calls in a polite and professional manner, transferring calls and taking clear and accurate messages
- receiving and distributing post/deliveries; franking outgoing mail and taking items to the Post Office
- organising couriers and taxis
- maintaining the tidy appearance of the studio and kitchen
- keeping the design library of books, samples and materials in order
- preparing documents and materials for meetings
- organising deliveries, storage and logistics
- producing accurate and detailed meeting minutes
- supporting designers on site visits as necessary
- ordering samples and purchase order tracking
- updating internal documents and schedules
- welcoming clients and providing refreshments
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is imperative, and experience of Vectorworks, InDesign, Photoshop and EstiMac are advantageous, but not essential.
A good understanding of VAT and basic budgeting and accounting is welcomed. Experience working or studying within a similar environment with a good understanding of spatial planning, FF&E and basic knowledge of industry suppliers and makers will be beneficial.
Please send your CV and covering letter to stevie.mackinnon-smith@benpentreath.com. Portfolios are also encouraged.
The position is office-based and full time.
Regrettably, owing to volume of applications, it will only be possible to contact successful applicants for interview.