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Associate Architect
About The Practice
Our client is a design-led, employee-owned architecture studio based in Central London, working across:
- Residential
- Workplace
- Heritage
- Commercial
- Complex mixed-use projects in the UK and internationally
With a team of 35–40 + steady growth, the studio delivers high-quality architecture within a collaborative, people-focused culture that values:
- Design rigour
- Technical excellence
- Long-term professional development
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Associate Architect to:
- Lead and coordinate large-scale projects
- Guide multi-disciplinary teams from concept through delivery
This is a replacement hire within a stable pipeline, where you’ll typically:
- Oversee one major scheme or multiple smaller projects
- Ensure strong design direction, delivery quality and team coordination
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead projects (£50m+) across RIBA Stages 0–7
- Direct and coordinate project teams and consultants
- Oversee design development and technical delivery
- Present confidently to clients and stakeholders
- Develop programmes, deliverables, and project strategy
- Ensure regulatory compliance and QA standards
- Mentor and delegate effectively within teams
Requirements
✅ Proven leadership of large-scale UK projects ✅ Strong design and technical capability ✅ Excellent communication and delegation skills ✅ Experience running projects end-to-end ✅ Revit proficiency (not specialist level) ✅ Organised, collaborative, and low-ego mindset ✅ Strong UK practice background essential
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Culture & Benefits
- Employee-owned structure with annual bonus potential
- Healthcare(cashback) + pension + life cover
- Annual studio trips and funded social activities
- Flexible working for family needs
- High-quality studio environment and team culture
- Long-term growth within a stable pipeline
Why Apply?
- Lead complex, high-value projects in a respected studio
- Collaborative Clerkenwell design environment
- Clear progression within a growing practice
- Strong culture with genuine team investment
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