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• CAD Technician

  Kuala Lumpur

  Kuala Lumpur

  Design

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  Job Description

  GA believes the most meaningful spaces aren’t created at surface level, but are underpinned by rich, layered narratives. Through close examination of culture, community, and context, the studio creates environments that feel at once intuitive and unexpected. From first sketch to final detail, GA’s process is defined by collaboration and curiosity. The result is design that resonates, endures, and feels genuinely connected to the people and places it enriches.

  The CAD Technician will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in all facets of design including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments.

  This role requires participating in the development of presentation and bid documentation and to produce and manage all required construction documentation. Together with the CAD Manager, the CAD Technician must ensure the timely and correct completion of all documentation (plans, elevations, details, schedules, etc.) within internal and external guidelines and rules as well as the coordination with the FF&E team and information from external consultants. The CAD Technician must therefore have a good understanding of the overall project programme and the deadlines on which the required documentation has to be issued to the client/contractor.

  Responsibilities

  • Alongside the Directors, Associates and Project Leads, develop the creative vision for the project.
  • Assist in the development of overall presentation and bid documentation as required.
  • Translate design development drawings into construction information.
  • Assist the CAD Manager in maintaining continuity of design intent throughout construction documentation.
  • Assist in co-ordination of interior architectural documents with external consultants and architects.
  • Ensure coordination with the FF&E team on all aspects of a project.
  • Coordinate with the GA project team in producing all required standard schedules.
  • Coordinate efforts of the project team members in finalising and documenting the project.
  • Review for code compliance.
  • Maintain journal and records of the latest revisions, issues, submittals, etc.
  • Ensure graphic quality/consistency and correctness of construction documentation to GA standards.
  • Generate architectural specifications in conjunction with design team (in accordance with the GA project contract only).
  • Ensure the content of drawings is adequate for construction.
  • Ensure workability of details, etc.
  • Be knowledgeable about contract responsibilities during construction documentation.

  Skills

  • Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD is essential
  • Good knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Office is desirable. Knowledge of SketchUp and Rhino is advantageous.

  Abilities

  • Problem solver/creative solutions.
  • Work well under pressure and to timelines, while supporting the wider team. Work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Note: This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. GA Design International reserves the right to review this definition periodically and, if necessary, update, extend or reduce the above outlined role & responsibilities. Any major changes will be discussed with the employee.

  UPDATED: October 2025
  
  All applications for this role should be submitted via email to talent@ga-design.com

• Designer

  Kuala Lumpur

  Kuala Lumpur

  Design

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  Job Description

  GA believes the most meaningful spaces aren’t created at surface level, but are underpinned by rich, layered narratives. Through close examination of culture, community, and context, the studio creates environments that feel at once intuitive and unexpected. From first sketch to final detail, GA’s process is defined by collaboration and curiosity. The result is design that resonates, endures, and feels genuinely connected to the people and places it enriches.

  The Designer will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in all facets of design and design project management, including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments. A passion for and knowledge of interior architecture and design, furniture and product design is essential.

  Working alongside the Associates and Senior Designer Project Managers, and Senior Designers, the Designer is responsible for the delivery of aspects/areas of a specific project from concept to completion. The role is to participate in the design process and contribute to an environment that produces high-quality design output.

  A high degree of verbal and written abilities is required for the position, as it involves communicating with suppliers and other project team consultants; they will be supported in this task by the wider design team. An engaging and diplomatic manner is essential.

  Responsibilities

  Design Creative Management

  • Alongside the project team, develop the creative vision for the project.
  • Develop design research for projects, particularly during concept development. The task includes activities ranging from finding mood images for a particular design approach to establishing information about the specific site.
  • Develop the materiality for projects alongside the FF&E team.
  • Understand G.A’s stylistic design standards to ensure they are adhered to at all stages of a project.

  Design Project Management

  • Support the team in the development of projects from conception to completion, including all G.A standard phases and relevant documentation.
  • Ensure that the team work efficiently by managing your workload and delegating appropriate tasks to designers.
  • Ensure coordination with the FF&E team on all aspects of a project.
  • Represent GA to contractors and suppliers as required.

  Design Documentation

  • Assist the design team with communicating and managing the design development process with clients.
  • Assist with all design and construction documentation, including presentations, drawing packages, specifications and schedules, while ensuring close collaboration between the ID and FF&E teams.
  • Ensure that GA standards are executed within all design documentation with a very high level of accuracy.

  Skills

  • A good level of AutoCAD is essential.
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Good knowledge of SketchUp.
  • Strong free-hand sketching skills.
  • Knowledge of Autodesk Revit, 3D Studio Max and Rhino is advantageous.

  Abilities

  • Problem solver/creative solutions.
  • Eye for colour and materials.
  • Good technical and construction knowledge.
  • Work well under pressure and to timelines, while supporting the wider team.
  • Work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Note: This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. G.A Design International reserves the right to review this definition periodically and, if necessary, update, extend or reduce the above outlined role & responsibilities. Any major changes will be discussed with the employee.
  UPDATED: October 2025
  
  All applications for this role should be submitted via email to talent@ga-design.com

• FF&E Designer

  Kuala Lumpur

  Kuala Lumpur

  Design

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  Job Description

  GA believes the most meaningful spaces aren’t created at surface level, but are underpinned by rich, layered narratives. Through close examination of culture, community, and context, the studio creates environments that feel at once intuitive and unexpected.

  From first sketch to final detail, GA’s process is defined by collaboration and curiosity. The result is design that resonates, endures, and feels genuinely connected to the people and places it enriches.

  The FF&E Designer will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in all facets of design, including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments.

  Assisted by the team, the FF&E Designer is responsible for helping to deliver all aspects of projects from concept to completion. A passion for and knowledge of interior architecture and design, furniture and product design is essential. Good verbal and written abilities are required for the position, as it involves communicating with suppliers and other project team consultants; the wider design team will support them in this task.

  Responsibilities

  • Alongside the Directors, Associates, and Project Leads, develop the project's creative vision.
  • Help in design research for projects, particularly during concept development. The task includes activities ranging from finding mood images for a particular design approach to establishing information about the specific site.
  • Develop the materiality for projects by assisting with research, ordering samples, supplier meetings and showroom visits.
  • Assist the team with the production of concept information, such as presentation documents and material boards.
  • Assist with the production of CGIs by supplying external consultants with design information.
  • Assist the team in furniture and fabric research and selections.
  • Drawing up FF&E specifications, drawings and production documentation, including plan documentation that is fully coordinated with other consultants.
  • Review samples, strike-offs and shop drawings in conjunction with the team for compliance with specifications and design intent.
  • Attend factory and prototype reviews as required.
  • Attend and review site installations as required.

  Skills

  • Good knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp is advantageous.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong free-hand sketching skills.

  Abilities

  • Problem solver/creative solutions.
  • Eye for colour and materials.
  • Work well under pressure and to timelines, while supporting the wider team.
  • Work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Note: This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. G.A Design International reserves the right to review this definition periodically and, if necessary, update, extend or reduce the above outlined role & responsibilities. Any major changes will be discussed with the employee.
  UPDATED: October 2025
  
  All applications for this role should be submitted via email to talent@ga-design.com

• Senior Designer

  Kuala Lumpur

  Kuala Lumpur

  Design

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  Job Description

  GA believes the most meaningful spaces aren’t created at surface level, but are underpinned by rich, layered narratives. Through close examination of culture, community, and context, the studio creates environments that feel at once intuitive and unexpected. From first sketch to final detail, GA’s process is defined by collaboration and curiosity. The result is design that resonates, endures, and feels genuinely connected to the people and places it enriches.

  This role offers a high level of responsibility representing the company to clients and our external network whilst contributing to the design and development of projects.

  The Senior Designer Project Manager will have a minimum of 6 years’ experience in all facets of design and design project management, including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments. A passion for and knowledge of interior architecture and design, furniture and product design is essential.

  Working alongside the Associates and Senior Designer Project Managers, the Senior Designer is responsible for the delivery of aspects/areas of a specific project from concept to completion. The role is to participate in the design process while overseeing more junior members of the team and contributing to an environment that produces high-quality design output.

  A high degree of verbal and written abilities are required for the position as it involves communicating with clients and other project team consultants, they will be supported in this task by the Associates and Senior Designer Project Managers. An engaging and diplomatic manner is essential.

  Responsibilities

  Design Creative Management

  • Alongside the project team, develop the creative vision for the project.
  • Develop design research for projects, particularly during concept development. The task includes activities ranging from finding mood images for a particular design approach to establishing information about the specific site.
  • Develop the materiality for projects alongside the FF&E team.
  • Assist the team with the production of concept information such as presentation documents and material boards.
  • Understand GA’s stylistic design standards to ensure they are adhered to at all stages of a project.

  Design Project Management

  • Support the team in the development of projects from conception to completion, including all G.A standard phases and relevant documentation.
  • Liaise directly with clients, operators, consultants and contractors as required to ensure that all stages of a projects are completed to a high standard.
  • Attend client presentations as required.
  • Ensure that the team work efficiently by managing your workload and delegating appropriate tasks to designers.
  • Ensure co-ordination with the FF&E team on all aspects of a project.
  • Support the Directors and Associates with drawing up pitch documents as required.
  • Represent GA to clients, contractors and suppliers.
  • Support and mentor Designers by providing them with guidance on how to interact with clients, customers, vendors and contractors.

  Design Documentation

  • Assist the design team with communicating and managing the design development process with clients.
  • Assist with all design and construction documentation, including presentations, drawing packages, specifications and schedules, while ensuring close collaboration between the ID and FF&E teams.
  • Ensure that GA standards are executed within all design documentation with a very high level of accuracy.
  • Support the design team in maintaining the standard for all project management documentation, including periodically reviewing.

  Team Responsibilities

  • Provide experienced technical and design direction.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to Designers.
  • Be aware of Employee Handbook policies and communicate any concerns to the Directors and HR.
  • Ensure compliances with health and safety requirements.

  Skills

  • High level of AutoCAD is essential.
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Good knowledge of Sketch-Up.
  • Strong free-hand sketching skills.
  • Knowledge of Autodesk Revit, 3D Studio Max and Rhino is advantageous.

  Abilities

  • Problem solver/creative solutions.
  • Eye for colour and materials.
  • Strong technical and construction knowledge.
  • Strong managerial skills.
  • Work well under pressure and to timelines, while supporting the wider team.
  • Work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Note: This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. G.A Design International reserves the right to review this definition periodically and, if necessary, update, extend or reduce the above outlined role & responsibilities. Any major changes will be discussed with the employee.
  UPDATED: October 2025
  
  All applications for this role should be submitted via email to talent@ga-design.com

• Senior FF&E Designer

  Kuala Lumpur

  Kuala Lumpur

  Design

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  Job Description

  GA believes the most meaningful spaces aren’t created at surface level, but are underpinned by rich, layered narratives. Through close examination of culture, community, and context, the studio creates environments that feel at once intuitive and unexpected. From first sketch to final detail, GA’s process is defined by collaboration and curiosity. The result is design that resonates, endures, and feels genuinely connected to the people and places it enriches.

  This role offers a high level of responsibility representing the company to clients and our external network, whilst contributing to the design and development of projects.

  The Senior FF&E Designer will have a minimum of 6 years’ experience in all facets of design and design project management, including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments. A passion for and knowledge of interior architecture and design, furniture and product design is essential.

  Working alongside the Associates and Senior Designer Project Managers, the Senior FF&E Designer is responsible for FF&E delivery of all of a specific project from concept to completion. A key part of the role is to is to mentor the team by providing support and advice through the delegation of work. The role is not just about leading the design process but overseeing and guiding the team, ensuring productivity and contributing to an environment that encourages development and growth alongside high-quality design output.

  A high degree of verbal and written abilities is required for the position as it involves communicating with clients and other project team consultants, however they will be supported in this task by the Associates and Senior Designer Project Managers. An engaging and diplomatic manner is essential.

  Responsibilities

  Design Creative Management

  • Alongside the project team, develop the creative vision for the project.
  • Develop design research for projects, particularly during concept development. The task includes activities ranging from finding mood images for a particular design approach to establishing information about the specific site.
  • Lead the design development for FF&E schemes, furniture, lighting and accessories selections/development.
  • Lead the development of the materiality for projects alongside the ID team.
  • Understand GA’s stylistic design standards to ensure they are adhered to at all stages of a project.

  Design Project Management

  • Support the team in the development of projects from conception to completion, including all G.A standard phases and relevant documentation.
  • Liaise directly with clients, operators, consultants and contractors as required to ensure that all stages of a project are completed to a high standard.
  • Attend client presentations as required.
  • Ensure that the team work efficiently by managing your workload and delegating appropriate tasks to designers.
  • Ensure coordination with the ID team on all aspects of a project.
  • Support the Directors and Associates with drawing up pitch documents as required.
  • Represent GA to clients, contractors and suppliers.
  • Support and mentor Designers by providing them with guidance on how to interact with clients, customers, vendors and contractors.

  Design Documentation

  • Lead the design team in communicating and managing the design development process with clients.
  • Assist with all design and construction documentation, including presentations, drawing packages, specifications and schedules, while ensuring close collaboration between the ID and FF&E teams.
  • Ensure that GA standards are executed within all design documentation with a very high level of accuracy.
  • Support the design team in maintaining the standard for all project management documentation, including periodically reviewing.

  Team Responsibilities

  • Contribute towards the performance management and career development of team members through mentorship and delegation.
  • Provide experienced technical and design direction.
  • Track positive and negative growth of the individual team members alongside the Directors and Associates.
  • Participate in staff appraisals as required alongside the Directors and Associates as required to monitor performance and progression.
  • Be aware of Employee Handbook policies and communicate any concerns to the Directors and HR.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

  Skills

  • Proficient ability in AutoCAD is desirable.
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong free-hand sketching skills.

  Abilities

  • Problem solver/creative solutions.
  • Eye for colour and materials.
  • Strong FF&E technical and construction knowledge.
  • Strong managerial skills.
  • Work well under pressure and to timelines, while supporting the wider team.
  • Work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Note: This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. G.A Design International reserves the right to review this definition periodically and, if necessary, update, extend or reduce the above outlined role & responsibilities. Any major changes will be discussed with the employee.
  UPDATED: September 2025
  

  All applications for this role should be submitted via email to talent@ga-design.com

• Associate

  London

  London

  Design

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   GA believes the most meaningful spaces aren’t created at surface level, but are underpinned by rich, layered narratives. Through close examination of culture, community, and context, the studio creates environments that feel at once intuitive and unexpected. From first sketch to final detail, GA’s process is defined by collaboration and curiosity. The result is design that resonates, endures, and feels genuinely connected to the people and places it enriches. All members of our team must have the ability to translate innovative ideas into reality. 

  The Associate will have a minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in all facets of design and design project management, including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments. A passion for and knowledge of interior architecture and design, furniture and product design is essential. 

  This role offers a very high-level of responsibility championing the company to clients and our external network whilst co-ordinating the design of multiple and simultaneous projects and people. 

  The Associate will be responsible for delivery of all aspects of multiple projects from concept to completion both in terms of design and team management. A key part of the role is to mentor teams by providing support and advice through the delegation of work alongside the team. The role is not just about leading the design process but overseeing and guiding, ensuring the teams productivity and creating an environment that encourages development and growth alongside high quality design output. 

  The role is to be associated with GA and represent the wider company externally. A high degree of verbal and written abilities are required for the position as it involves communicating with clients and other project team consultants. An engaging and diplomatic manner are essential. 

  Design Responsibilities

  • Lead the team in the development of projects from conception to completion, including all GA standard phases and relevant documentation. 
  • Alongside the Directors, develop the creative vision for projects and communicate this to the design team, ensuring boundaries are pushed to create a noteworthy interior 
  • Understand GA’s stylistic design standards to ensure they are adhered to at all stages of a project. 
  • Lead the team in continually striving to elevate the quality of all design output. 
  • Lead design research for projects, particularly during concept development. 
  • Provide highly experienced design and technical direction to the project team 
  • Ensure co-ordination with the FF&E team on all aspects of a projects at all stages. 
  • Participate in and lead client presentations as required. 
  • Lead coordination with clients, operators, consultants and contractors to ensure that all stages of a projects are completed to a high standard. 
  • Lead the design team with communicating and managing the design development process with clients, operators, consultants and contractors. 
  • Oversee all design and construction documentation, including presentations, drawing packages, specifications and schedules. 

  Team Responsibilities

  • Engage with the Directors and PM team on resource allocation raising any issues in a timely manner. 
  • Ensure that the team work efficiently by delegating appropriate tasks alongside the Senior Project Designer 
  • Lead a positive and productive working environment ensuring every team member has the opportunity to grow and develop in their role. 
  • Provide mentoring to team members to elevate design quality, abilities and standards within the wider studio. 
  • Continually identify opportunities for team members development and growth. 
  • Support and mentor the team by providing them with guidance on how to interact with clients, suppliers and contractors. 
  • Undertake line manager responsibilities by overseeing team performance management and career development, tracking positive and negative growth of individuals. 
  • Participate in staff appraisals to monitor performance and progression. 
  • Counsel staff with timekeeping or absence issues. 
  • Participate in the general management of the team alongside the Directors. 
  • Be aware of Employee Handbook policies and communicate any concerns to the Directors and HR. 
  • Ensure compliances with health and safety requirements. 

  Business Responsibilities

  • Ensure that projects are delivered to the highest standard, in line with contract deliverables and programme and budgets, flagging any issues in a timely manner. 
  • Alongside the Directors, assist the design team in periodically reviewing and updating standard documentation, deliverables and procedures. 
  • Support business development alongside the wider team through pursuing new projects and opportunities. 
  • Participate in pitch documentation as required. 
  • Ensure project profitability is closely monitored alongside the Directors, Finance and PM teams. 
  • Review billing forecasts and invoicing with Directors, Finance and PM teams to ensure timely issuance. 
  • Assist with staff recruitment and the onboarding process. 
  • Attend team meetings as required. 
  • Ensure timesheets are completed weekly. 
  • Build networks within the industry and represent GA externally at networking and marketing events. 

  Skillset & Abilities

  • Problem solver/creative solutions
  • Eye for colour, materials, composition and form
  • Strong free-hand sketching skills Strong technical and construction knowledge
  • Strong managerial skills
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Work well under pressure and to timelines, while supporting the wider team
  • Work well independently as well as part of a team

  Software Abilities

  • High level of AutoCAD is essential Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Good knowledge of SketchUp
  • Knowledge of 3D Studio Max and Rhino is advantageous 

  Note: You must have the right-to-work in the UK to apply to this position.
  
  This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. GA reserves the right to review this definition periodically and, if necessary, update, extend or reduce the above outlined role & responsibilities. Any major changes will be discussed with the employee. 

  UPDATED: March 2026 
  
  All applications for this role should be submitted via email to talent@ga-design.com