Junior Layout Planner
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home)
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 + Benefits
Contract: Permanent
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for design, space planning and creating innovative environments? Looking to kick-start your career in a creative and technical role?
We are working with an established, international business specialising in retail design and manufacturing, who are looking to recruit a Junior Layout Planner to join their growing team in Sittingbourne.
Key Responsibilities
Interpret client briefs and translate design concepts into engaging and practical retail layouts.
Produce detailed layout drawing packs, including floor plans, elevations, 3D renders and technical information.
Create and update layout plans and design guidelines in line with individual client requirements.
Liaise with clients to understand project requirements, discuss design changes and ensure expectations are met.
Produce clear installation manuals to support the assembly and installation of retail fixtures.
Work closely with internal design and engineering teams to develop concepts and deliver projects.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail throughout.
About You
A recent graduate in a relevant design discipline, such as Product Design, Spatial Design, Interior Design or a similar subject.
Alternatively, someone with up to one year's experience in a design or technical planning environment.
Knowledge or experience of at least one of the following: SketchUp, SOLIDWORKS or AutoCAD.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite would be advantageous.
Creative with a good eye for detail and an interest in spatial design and technical drawings.
Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships and present ideas.
Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
A collaborative team player who is keen to learn and develop.
What's on Offer?
Salary of £26,000 – £28,000, depending on experience.
Company performance-related bonus.
25 days' annual leave.
Company pension.
Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
Flexible working arrangements.
Excellent training and development opportunities
