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Senior Architect / Associate Director

Permanent position in London

£55,000 - £75,000

WFH and flexible working after probation period

Lead major projects. Shape sustainable places. Progress your career.

An award-winning, multidisciplinary architectural practice ranked among the UK's top design firms is seeking an experienced **Senior Architect or Associate Director** to join its London studio.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious architect looking to take on a strategic leadership role within a collaborative practice recognised for delivering high-quality, sustainable architecture across a diverse portfolio.

The Role

You'll lead the design and delivery of significant projects, working across all RIBA work stages while managing client relationships, leading project teams and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with commercial awareness, excellent leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional design.

About You

You'll have:

* ARB registration with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience
* Proven experience leading major architectural projects as Lead Designer
* Extensive experience working across all RIBA work stages
* Strong sector experience delivering large-scale residential housing projects and/or an excellent knowledge of UK town planning policy
* Detailed knowledge of UK Building Regulations and British Standards
* Experience producing technical drawing packages for tender and construction
* Experience writing and reviewing NBS specifications
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical matters to a range of stakeholders
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and mentor colleagues
* The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative studio environment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Desirable Experience

* Strong design capabilities
* Good Revit skills, or the ability to quickly learn new software
* Experience supporting business development initiatives

Associate Director Applicants

Candidates applying at Associate Director level should also be able to demonstrate:

* A proven track record of winning new business and developing client relationships
* Experience identifying and securing new project opportunities
* Commercial awareness with the ability to contribute to the strategic growth of the practice

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Company pension scheme and private healthcare
* Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits
* Regular social events
* Structured training and professional development
* Clear career progression opportunities and mentoring programme
* Ongoing CPD and external training
* Additional annual leave awarded for long service
* The opportunity to take on genuine responsibility and shape the future of a growing sector within the practice

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Senior Architect or Associate Director ready for your next challenge, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and portfolio, or get in touch for a confidential discussion to [email protected]

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.