/ WHO WE ARE
Inspired by passion and driven by purpose, we create transformative interiors. SSDG Interiors is an award-winning professional interior design consulting firm specializing in commercial design, since 1979. We love what we do! Interior design is our passion, and we believe in taking the time to really listen to our client's needs to ensure the space we create supports and exudes the company's culture, community, and brand.
/ WHO YOU ARE
This interactive role’s basis is to provide essential administrative support to our team of designers, ensuring an organized and enjoyable work environment for everyone.
This position requires poise and polished communication skills, social intelligence to navigate through an array of personalities from visitors, to clients, to suppliers and more. Excellent judgment, strong organization and multi-tasking skills will be imperative to your success at this firm. This is an opportunity for somebody who is looking for a long term fit in a collaborative, high performing, and positive work culture.
A little more about you:
- You have an appreciation for interior design
- You are a natural cheerleader, radiating positivity and breathing life into everything you do
- You are keen to learn, be challenged, and grow
- You enjoy company culture events, such as Friday end of week gatherings, Wednesday team meetings with breakfasts, monthly pot lucks, and a variety of team events throughout the year
- You are a self-starter who thrives from being given space to explore
- You are a team player, sharing ideas and solutions, supporting and encouraging your colleagues
- You love to laugh, chat, and make supportive friendships with your colleagues
- You have the ability to build great relationships with suppliers, contractors, and consultants
- You keep your eye on the big picture, with an eye for detail
- You multi-task with ease, balancing multiple tasks at a time
- You are a visionary with a solid foundation and understanding of the details
/ WHAT YOU’LL DO
Events, Coordination and Culture Building:
- Assist in creating, planning and executing various events, both in-office and external.
- Foster a positive and inclusive office culture.
- Manage annual holiday events and special occasions.
- Coordinate lunch and learns for the design team.
- Handle company swag coordination.
- Coordinate flowers/gifts for clients at the end of the project
- Assist in submitting projects for industry award submissions, keep on track of award deadlines and what awards we should be submitting
Online Presence and Social Media:
- Be a conduit for external marketing team for social media platforms.
- Assist in organizing photoshoots for newly completed projects.
- Assist in monitoring and engaging on social media as required through external marketing team
General Administration
- Answer & direct inbound calls.
- Greet & assist clients, suppliers & visitors.
- Distribute mail & deliveries & arrange couriers as required.
- General weekly kitchen up keep and supply ordering.
- Assist with project record form completion, setting up meetings with designers, updating weekly meeting report with whether or not a form has been added to a designer’s folder or not
- Maintain master marketing spreadsheet, updating as project record forms are completed
- Maintain library cleanliness, while assisting in delivery and pick up of materials from suppliers
/ SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills as well as editing
- Experience and success working in a collaborative environment
- Demonstrated experience in delivering time sensitive submissions
- Demonstrated experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office
- Excellent organization, time management skills
/ BENEFITS AND CULTURE
We believe in a work-life balance and understand the importance of valuing our people with benefits like:
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation and personal/sick days
- Paid leave between Christmas and New Year – called SSDG Days
- Summer Days – enjoy an extra day off in June, July, and August, making each second weekend a long weekend all summer long
- Flexibility in personal time, with option to work from home time to time
- Career development and growth program (Education fund for career development)
- Friday wine time where we mingle and unwind
- Weekly project status meeting with breakfast provided
- Work in a bright and spacious open office space, with great natural lighting
- Central downtown office, close to Granville Skytrain station and restaurants/shopping
- Access to amenity space (showers, gym, and bike lockers)
- Annual staff appreciation + various team building events
Fun work environment and great firm culture… need we say more?
/ ASK THE TEAM
“Working at SSDG over the past 5 years has given me incredible opportunities for exciting project work, mentorship, and career advancement. The office culture is amazing, and I've made so many genuine and lasting friends and connections working here." – Katy
"The team at SSDG are the most supportive group you will ever meet. They are instantly welcoming, incredibly kind, and led by a partnership that is genuinely interested and invested in everyone’s well-being. I could not imagine a better group to work with and for." – Kerri
“My favourite thing about working at SSDG is that I always feel like my employers care about me and really value that I am here. This team is so supportive, and leadership goes out of their way to give back to the team and show us how much they appreciate our hard work.” – Lindsay
"I was lucky enough to get hired at SSDG as a new graduate. In my years working here, I have noticed the unwavering support offered by the partners, along with the collaborative energy that’s so evident throughout the team. Together we work towards creating innovative and compelling designs for our clients while having fun along the way!" – Jen
/ HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume/CV, 2 references, and your responses to the three questions below via email to:[email protected].
Please answer the following questions:
1. If you were a brand, what would be your motto?
2. You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What colour would you be, and why?
3. What three books (or movies) would you bring to a deserted island (pretending it magically has power, of course)?
We thank everyone who applies, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
/ COMMON QUESTIONS
How do I know if you received my application?
This platform will indicate if you have sent in an application/resume to our job posting. You will also be notified via email that you have applied.
How will I know if I have been selected to move forward with the process?
We will get in touch with you directly via email to schedule an interview.
Will you tell me when a role has been filled?
If you were selected and we met for an interview, we will update you with our decision as soon as it has been made.
Do you offer hybrid work options?
Our team is offered the option to work from home from time to time to promote some flexibility and work-life balance, however, this is primarily an in-person position in the studio. We love working together!
Additional questions or considerations regarding this opportunity are welcomed and encouraged. The partners of SSDG promote an open dialogue and are happy to discuss anything further...let's talk!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Schedule:
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-10-31
Expected start date: 2024-11-12
