Layout Planner

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.