Careers
At MBDS, we have energized teams based in our New York and London studios. We are now searching for new members to join us! Here is what we have available:
If there are not any vacancies advertised, we do accept speculative CV’s, please email your CV and any further relevant information to careers@mbds.com
Current vacancies
If there are not any vacancies advertised, we do accept speculative CV’s, please email your CV and any further relevant information to careers@mbds.com
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MBDS are looking for an Office Manager to join our New York studio.
The Office Managers main focus is to ensure the smooth running of the Studio including IT, Health & Safety, office maintenance, reception (managing the Receptionist) and general housekeeping. An extremely high level of attention to detail is essential for this role. The Office Manager reports directly to the COO on a weekly basis.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
IT/Electronics/Communications
o Managing the Studio IT (including support, maintenance and liaising with external IT company) o Managing all IT hardware & software, including laptops, iPads, TV, etc.
o Managing printers & copiers; ensuring day to day working
o Managing all communications related subscriptions (such as Zoom, GoTo Meeting and other)
o Cataloguing and maintaining accurate files of all IT and electronic items
o Setting up new starters as required and closing out leavers as required
Office Security/Emergencies/Health & Safety
o Overseeing the Studio H&S (including assessments, compliance and staff training)
o Performing Health & Safety induction for new starters
o Overseeing the Studio fire system (including extinguishers, compliance and staff training)
o Maintaining the Studio security systems and alarms
o Acting as the main point of contact for Studio key holder
o Managing all staff keys
o Ensuring all PPE is maintained and up-to-date
o Overseeing the Studio emergency and disaster recovery information
Budget
o Putting together an annual budget for all office items
o Working with the Financial Controller to manage the office budget throughout the year
Office contracts/Leases/Maintenance
o Overseeing the general Studio maintenance – walls, furniture, toilets, etc.
o Liaising with the Landlord, Electrician, Contractors, Handyman, Plumber etc. as needed
o Managing contracts – cleaners, water cooler supplier, phones, pest control, etc.
Reception
o Managing the Receptionist and their daily workload
o Managing the reception coverage (liaising with HR when temps are needed)
Housekeeping
o Ensuring the Studio areas are kept tidy on a daily basis (including all storage areas)
o Managing and ordering inventory supplies – stationary, bathroom and kitchen
o Ensuring all stationary, bathroom and kitchen stock is replenished throughout the day
General
o Liaising with the Office Manager in London to ensure the two studios are aligned
o Overseeing the opening/closing of the Studio in mornings/evenings
o Overseeing the monthly Studio cleaning
o Joining the weekly management meeting to update the team
o Overseeing the monthly staff drinks event
o Overseeing staff leaving/baby/anniversary gifts
o Providing coverage for Receptionist and PA as needed
o Liaising with all MBDS entities as needed (London, MBDS Holdings, And Objects, Art Consultancy etc.)
o Assisting with any ad hoc duties as requested
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MBDS are looking for a talented Midweight Designer to join our London studio.
The position will offer the opportunity to work with in the studio’s team of designers to support the Senior Designers on multiple high end projects. The Designers are members of the Design Studio Team (DST) alongside the Associates, Senior Designers and Junior Designers. This team will carry out the works associated with MBDS’ service offering.
The Designer will be supporting the Team and will work in tandem with the other Designers in the Studio. This person will be fully immersed at all levels of the design process on a daily basis via their allocated projects, taking ownership and responsibility of their own workload while using their initiative and creative skills to solve problems and meet deadlines. An excellent understanding of all areas of furniture, product, interior architecture and design is a must. Further, an understanding of construction technology is imperative as well as knowledge of current building regulations. Since the position includes communication with client representatives and other project team consultants, a high level of verbal and written communication skills are a must.
A high-level of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is key. Additional computer programme skills would be an advantage, such as InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite. An engaging and diplomatic manner and clean and tidy appearance is expected.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design & Creative Management
o Support the development of the plans and elevations during the design concept development working with the Senior Designer and the Design Management Team (DMT).
o Understanding the client’s brief and senior staff’s vision for the project and implementing it into the concept design
o Support the development of the design concept working closely with the Senior Designer and the DMT. The task would include finding mood images for a particular design direction to establishing information about the specific site
o Support the efforts in establishing the materiality for projects. Suggesting appropriate materials and finishes, using the individuals experience / knowledge of different suppliers
o Review and suggest ironmongery and sanitary ware manufactures and their suitability for the project
o Support the efforts in maintaining MBDS’s Stylistic Design Standards
o Work closely with the Senior Designer and the Studio team in general on establishing libraries for mood images and materials
o Support presentation of ideas and concepts to the client and client representative.
o Communication with the DST on a daily basis
Design Project Management
o Understanding the project timelines and MBDS’s deliverables
o Support the Senior Designer with site visits and meetings with contractors, consultants and potentially clients
o Understand the contractual obligations between the designer, contractor and the client
o Represent MBDS to clients, contractors and suppliers
Design Documentation
o Taking responsibility for the production of all drawings for the project, including full construction, legal and planning drawing packages
o Assisting with the concept design and presentation by helping with image sourcing, 3D sketching and modelling, Photoshop editing and setting up/printing presentation boards and booklets
o Compiling and promptly issuing meeting minutes
o Understanding the projects Health & Safety procedures and ensuring the correct documentation is complete
Human Resources
o Mentoring junior members within the Team
o Supporting the general wellbeing of the team and its productivity
Studio Administration
o Communicate with AT (to include other members of the DMT and BMT if necessary) on any requirements related to the support tasks for the Studio (support tasks are noted as travel bookings, couriers, stationary, meeting scheduling, video conferencing organisation etc.)
o Provide holiday (or other) coverage for any other Designers
EXPERIENCE:
3-6 years of interior design experience and be experienced with running projects.