Tarrant Howl
Senior Design Architect – Prime Residential
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
We're working with an award-winning architectural practice renowned for delivering exceptional prime and super-prime residential projects for discerning private clients. The practice has built an outstanding reputation for creating bespoke homes that combine timeless design with technical excellence, working on some of London's most prestigious private commissions.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented Senior Design Architect to lead the creative development of projects from initial client brief through to planning and developed design.
The Role
This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished designer who enjoys the early stages of architecture, transforming ideas into beautifully resolved design proposals.
Working closely with the Directors, you'll take ownership of projects through RIBA Stages 0–3, leading the design process from initial briefing and concept development through to planning submission. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the architectural vision, presenting ideas directly to clients and ensuring the integrity of the design is maintained as projects transition into the technical delivery stages.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design of bespoke prime residential projects through RIBA Stages 0–3
- Developing creative concepts through hand sketching, diagrams and digital modelling
- Working directly with clients to interpret and develop project briefs
- Preparing and overseeing planning and Listed Building Consent applications
- Producing compelling presentations and Design & Access Statements
- Coordinating planning consultants, heritage specialists and external design teams
- Mentoring junior architects and fostering a collaborative studio environment
- Acting as the key design liaison between the Directors and the technical delivery team
About You
- ARB Registered Architect with a minimum of five years' post-Part III experience
- Proven experience designing prime residential, luxury residential or boutique hospitality projects
- Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional conceptual design ability
- Excellent freehand sketching and presentation skills
- Experience leading projects through the planning process and RIBA Stages 0–3
- Confident presenting to high-net-worth private clients and senior stakeholders
- Strong organisational and project leadership skills
- Knowledge of UK planning processes, heritage projects or Listed Buildings would be advantageous
- Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite is beneficial
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Why This Role?
This is a rare opportunity to join one of London's most respected design-led residential practices, working on bespoke homes where creativity, craftsmanship and attention to detail are at the heart of every commission.
You'll work closely with the Directors, taking a leading role in shaping the design direction of prestigious projects while collaborating with an experienced technical team to ensure your vision is successfully realised. For an architect who enjoys the creative process and values design quality above all else, this represents an outstanding long-term career opportunity within a highly regarded practice.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills