Job Vacancies at Spazio Interior Decoration

Spazio is committed to delivering interior design concepts that are timeless yet innovative. Our projects run the breadth from classic to modern, contemporary city apartments to rustic retreats. Our goal and strength are to always define project needs and through our extensive experience and market knowledge to deliver a fresh and innovative design to our clients. Our unique approach is the key to our concept success. We are happy to challenge traditional ways of working and provoke debate in order to reach the best way forward. Our team have experience in the areas both creative and traditional workspace solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Business Developer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Owning the sales lifecycle from prospecting to implementation
• Developing and executing sales plans to meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales goals
• Building business relationships with current and potential clients
• Developing and executing sales strategies in collaboration with management to grow business
• Identifying and tracking key performance indicators, such as the number of leads generated, deals closed, and revenue generated, to measure the success of business development efforts.
• Attracting new clients by innovating and overseeing the sales process for the business
• Working with senior team members to identify and manage company risks that might prevent growth
• Identifying and researching opportunities that come up in new and existing markets
• Preparing and delivering pitches and presentations to potential new clients
• Creating positive, long-lasting relationships with current and potential clients
• Collaborating with the marketing team to develop and execute effective sales and marketing campaigns.
• Familiarizing yourself with all products and services offered by our company.
• Negotiating with clients to secure the most attractive prices.
• Equipping staff with the technical and social skills needed to enhance sales.
• Reviewing clients' feedback and implementing necessary changes.
• Remaining in tune with trends in consumption to ensure that our offerings remain relevant.
• Developing and presenting proposals customized for each client’s specific business needs
• Ensuring excellent customer service through regular client follow up
• Translating proposals into ready-to-sign contracts
• Managing virtual and in-person sales meetings
• Representing the company at industry events and trade shows to build relationships and generate leads.
• Developing and executing customer retention and loyalty programs to increase customer satisfaction and reduce churn.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or similar field
• At least 5 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, or a related field
• Familiarity with CRM software, Google Suite and Microsoft Office suite
• Experience in managing and growing sales teams
• Previous experience within the Interior Design industry is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of growth procedures and sound judgment.

Experience:

• Business development: At least 5 years (Required)
• Interior Design/Construction Industry: 5 years (Required).

Soft Skills:

• Intuitive and insightful, particularly regarding human behavior.
• Ability to generate revenue by identifying pain points and suggesting suitable services.
• Professional yet affable disposition.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to sell value and create credibility
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Neat, well-groomed appearance.
• Great networking skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Enthusiastic to build good relationships with people
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Resourceful, with outstanding research skills.
• Emboldened by challenges.

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@spazioideale.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

2.) Senior Interior Designer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Consistently bringing great, fresh ideas to the team that are project appropriate.
• Knows how to develop vignettes and renders of architectural and FF&E ideas that work in the space and meet intended design goals - and then articulates why concepts work to the team, by using sound logical reasoning.
• Has a well-developed eye for scale and balance, designing elements that fit the space for maximum impact.
• Designs ‘around corners’ not just major areas - so spaces flow consistently, areas tie together for maximum impact and secondary focal points are established and used to build upon the underlying story and attitude.
• Can analyze photos and sketches and determine accurate fabrication technique; then draw comprehensive details and sections so it can be fabricated with few questions from the fabricator achieving the desired effect.
• Carries out research on codes including Fire, Health etc. to ensure all items and designs meet or exceed minimum code requirements.
• Has proven capability to troubleshoot problems on site and make quality recommendations to correct and move project forward without compromising design intent.
• Regularly follows trends in Architecture and Interior Design and continually incorporates the latest technology and operational needs, so that own work and ideas are of an ‘International’ caliber as well as sophistication level.
• Actively produces/outputs high-level tasks and deliverables on multiple projects.
• Skilled at researching finish materials and learning about their required applications as well as installation requirements.
• Ability to hand sketch solutions on site that take into consideration all the areas that will be impacted by changes applying sound critical-thinking skills.
• Is experienced in both renovation and new construction and is comfortable anchoring meetings with Clients, Client’s Management Team, Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Vendors, Stakeholders. Participates in group conversations as a valuable member, lending feedback, troubleshooting, brainstorming, offering technical information that is well founded utilizing knowledge of Design Industry trends and approaches.
• Following through on all potential problems, quality issues, fabrication problems until they are resolved.

Team Management / Training / Mentoring:

• Regularly reviews and checks team deliverables for accuracy, efficiency and thoroughness ensuring team is delivering a high-quality product.
• Demonstrates a highly organized and systematic approach to producing a project.
• Demonstrates a high degree of Time Management skill and constantly seeks to streamline processes and procedures to increase quality and efficiency.
• Support project team and assist teams with ‘What If’ scenarios to review alternate methods.
• Mentoring Intern and Junior Design Staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, School of Design, and other related disciplines
• At least 5 years of experience in a Senior Interior Design role
• Advanced skill in CAD and Architectural Desktop – includes: layering, FTP coordination, Rendering and 3-D Applications. Demonstrates expert level of skill, works quickly and efficiently with high degree of accuracy
• Skilled in researching and selecting appropriate as well as stylish architectural materials and finishes that are in line with budget, usage and meet design goals of project
• Understands Architectural and Structural needs such as beams, columns, load bearing walls tying elements to structure. Has a good sense of what can and cannot be done based upon structural limitations or requirements
• Previous experience within the Interior Design industry is mandatory.

Soft Skills:

• Mature and well-balanced individual. Responds in a logical and rational manner under stress or/and pressure.
• Honest; with high personal values and ethics
• Motivated to succeed and always seek opportunity for improvement of self and team in improving knowledge, expertise and industry awareness
• Projects self-confidence to others and is comfortable speaking and presenting in a group setting in a convincing, articulate and polished manner that reflects expertise and industry knowledge.
• Maintains a positive, open ‘can do attitude’ to staff, team and Client
• Is dependable to sets goals for self and team following through to completion
• Creative and strategic problem solver; ‘weighs’ options, then plans strategy for execution with second options available.
• Creative in nature; likes to explore and learn from new experiences.
• Understands the business side of Design and delivers accordingly.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@spazioideale.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

3.) Accountant

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Provision of accurate quantitative information on financial position, liquidity and cash flows of the business.
• Managing income and expenditure accounts
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting
• Tracking payments to internal and external stakeholders
• Identify accounting and financial record-keeping processes that can be improved
• Determine ways to cut costs and improve profitability
• Identify financial loopholes and share risk aversion methods and cost savings
• Computing, filing and remitting taxes and other financial obligations and ensuring the company is compliant with federal and state regulations
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Managing financial and accounting software used by the company
• Identify the financial risk of the organization and offer recommendations to reduce risk.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is required.
• Previous experience with bookkeeping
• ICAN/ACCA Certification is mandatory.
• Previous experience within the Interior Design or Construction industry is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and a sound judgement.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail to review large amounts of data and numbers
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets
• Exceptional mathematical skills to verify entries
• Good critical-thinking skills to gather all of the available data and make informed decisions
• Excellent research skills to find all related information needed
• Excellent report writing skills along with analysis and data reporting skills.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@spazioideale.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.