Architecture

With decades of sector specific recruitment experience and a passion for providing the best service to clients and candidates alike, Ignis Partners have grown to become one of the leading Architectural Recruitment Agencies in London.

We work with some of the top names in architecture and design, ranging from boutique design studios to AJ100 architectural practices and multi-disciplinary companies with portfolios that include many truly iconic projects.

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We recruit for a wide range of positions and job titles within the architecture industry, including:

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Associate Architect
Oxford
,
South East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£55,000 - £65,000
Permanent

Established Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

Your role will encompass the following responsibilities: overseeing architectural design, coordinating the Design Team, and managing contract administration for assigned projects. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in key commercial activities and contribute to the growth of the business through Business Development efforts. Your expertise will lie in the application of building science and technology, specifically in the context of architectural, interiors, and construction projects. You will be acknowledged for your skills that empower you to effectively manage the design process and utilise your technical knowledge and expertise to offer innovative and visually appealing solutions.

 

What makes you good at your job:

As a fully qualified and ARB registered Architect, you bring a wealth of experience, with more than 10 years in the profession. A key aspect of your role will be a strong emphasis on"delivery," actively leading and mentoring the team in executing technical work. Your technical competency in both BIM and Revit will be vital, as you promote and demonstrate your expertise in these areas. Furthermore, you possess a solid understanding and practical experience in negotiating and managing the development of construction projects.

In your capacity as an Architect, you have successfully navigated and managed various aspects of architectural and construction contracts and you recognize the importance of post-construction aspects of a project, including Soft Landings and other related considerations.

 

What the role includes:

  • Ensure strict adherence to all relevant technical and professional standards across projects, maintaining consistency and regularity.
  • Take responsibility for project management, being accountable for the work conducted by the team.
  • Efficiently manage the delivery of architectural and multidisciplinary work, consistently exceeding clients' expectations in terms of brief interpretation, service innovation, overall quality, value for money, and adherence to planned timelines.
  • Strategically plan and manage resources for architectural and multidisciplinary projects, proactively identifying and resolving any resourcing challenges that may arise.
  • Collaborate with the wider Management Team, actively contributing to the development, communication, and implementation of ideas aimed at enhancing the architectural team's performance.
  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding associated with RIBA works stages
  • Exercise strict control and monitoring over project progress, ensuring that delivery timelines and budgets are adhered to.
  • Lead architectural and multidisciplinary teams in resolving issues and effectively managing changes that may arise during project execution.

     

Project Delivery
  • Take on a prominent role in overseeing the technical execution of work carried out by the architectural team, while also delegating specific technical responsibilities to other team members.
  • Engage in the project inception phase,which involves assessing the requirements of clients and users, as well as reaching an agreement on the project brief.
  • Contribute to project planning activities, including the development of project briefs, design concepts, and delivery schedules.
  • Take an active part in the design process, which entails preparing and presenting design proposals to clients, as well as collaborating with the project team to ensure the successful delivery of a comprehensive design.
  • Undertake contract management responsibilities from project inception to completion, ensuring that all contractual obligations are met and effectively managed throughout the project's lifecycle.

Competencies
  • Possess extensive technical knowledge and expertise, with a minimum of 15 years of professional practice following ARB Certification. This depth of experience enables you to provide effective guidance and leadership to architectural and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the successful technical delivery of projects. Your expertise also enhances your credibility with clients and all professional teams involved.
  • Maintain a high standard of technical excellence by ensuring that project work consistently meets relevant technical and professional standards.
  • Ensure that projects adhere to technical and design requirements, complying with all applicable technical, health and safety, and environmental standards.
  • Provide valuable input and guidance regarding the technical aspects of our work, adopting an appropriate approach to technical outputs. When necessary, you are capable of personally delivering technical work to exemplify this expertise.
  • Take a leading role in scoping client briefs, ensuring accuracy, appropriateness, and completeness of the requirements.
  • Thoroughly understand and confirm clients' briefs before accepting them, ensuring all aspects are fully understood and agreed upon.
  • Actively and prominently contribute to the delivery of technical work, actively promoting and displaying technical competency in AUTOCAD, Revit, and BIM.
  • Take personal responsibility for the complete delivery of technical work on projects with construction values of up to £30 million. Demonstrating technical competency in AUTOCAD, Revit, and BIM is integral to this responsibility.
  • Ensure that all work is delivered in a timely manner, managing end-to-end processes and continually seeking improvement. The delivery should meet high technical standards, be well presented, and comply with current regulations and standards. This approach ensures the achievement of operational, financial, and commercial targets outlined in project Business Plans, with a particular focus on health and safety, quality, environment, operational delivery, productivity, customer service, and profitability.

  

Why work here_:

Providing a full range of design, engineering and consultancy services to the built environment you will be joining an award-winning team of over 150 employees across the UK. They pride themselves  on fostering a collaborative, supportive, and professional environment for employees and offer a range of appealing benefits, including the option to work from home one day a week.

Please note travel to the London may be required from time to time.

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Project Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Project Architect with a strong ‘design eye’ required for this leading studio.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

My client is leading architecture studio with a track record of building and maintaining long term relationships with the world’s leading companies. 

The practice is looking to recruit an experienced, creative project architect with a strong ‘design eye’ to work on projects with a focus on high quality/bespoke design. Project size is wide ranging from small mews properties and one-off apartments/penthouses to large apartment buildings and mixed use schemes £1m to £40m construction value.

The successful Project Architect will prepare and develop drawings, models, images and other documents relating to design and technical documentation, covering all RIBA stages.

Key requirements:

  • a minimum of three to four years’ practice experience working as an architect at all RIBA stages (especially stage 3 & 4)
  • strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • excellent graphic skills and 3D design ability. Should be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp (or similar) and have appropriate rendering competencies
  • experience of AutoCAD and Revit is advantageous
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • confident, approachable and a strong team player
  • comfortable and confident in both client facing and contractor facing roles
  • will most likely have worked in a small to medium sized practice specialising in residential or other high specification bespoke projects (e.g. hotel/heritage)

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Part 2 Architectural Assistant
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£32,000 - £36,000
Permanent

Employee owned, leading studio, with an impressive portfolio across residential, hotel, commercial and community sectors.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

You will be joining an employee owned, leading architectural studio with an impressive track record of developing and maintaining long term relationships with the world's leading developers.

The dedicated team of 30, highly-skilled architects, designers and support staff are working across a diverse portfolio including, residential, hotel, commercial and community projects. Projects range from £1m – 40m construction value focusing on high quality / bespoke design.

Our client encourages personal career development and supports staff with training, collaboration and mentoring. Promoting core office hours and flexible working they offer a sensible work – life balance. Offering a fantastic pension scheme, life and health insurance, profit share bonus, educational training support, mental health support programmes and social and sports events throughout the year.

Summary of Role:

We are looking to recruit an experienced, talented, creative Part 2 architectural assistant or a newly qualified architect with a strong ‘design eye’ to work on residential projects with a focus on high quality / bespoke design. Project size is wide ranging from small mews properties and one-off apartments / penthouses to large apartment buildings/mixed use schemes £1.0 – 20.0m construction value

The successful candidates will prepare and develop drawings, models, images and other documents relating to design and technical documentation, covering all RIBA stages

Ideal Candidate:

  • a minimum of two to three years’ practice experience working at all RIBA stages
  • a strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • excellent graphic skills and 3D design ability. Should be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp (or similar) and have appropriate rendering competencies. Experience of AutoCAD and Revit is advantageous
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills, be confident, approachable and a strong team player
  • comfortable and confident in both client facing and contractor facing roles
  • will most likely have worked in a small to medium sized practice specialising in residential or other high specification bespoke projects (e.g. hotel/heritage)

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Associate Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£47,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Luxury International projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use and resorts.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

With an award-winning team behind you, you'll be collaborating on large-scale commissions in residential and commercial development, including mixed-use masterplans and resort masterplans. There is a need for a talented and ambitious Associate Architect to lead on a wide range of project types, scales and work on luxury international projects across Riba stages 0-7. 

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are ARB or Riba registered.
  • You should have a minimum of five years of professional experience in architecture, with at least two years of experience in project management or team leadership roles
  • You should have excellent creative design capabilities demonstrated by a portfolio
  • You have excellent graphic, communication and organisational skills
  • You inspire and lead others by example, participate in staff mentoring and training, clearly define team member expectations and responsibilities, empower others and delegate where appropriate based on team members’ recognised abilities and potential
  • You can demonstrate experience in all stages of design and construction administration
  • You have good interpersonal skills and a willingness to collaborate with and support your design team
  • You are proactive and can work efficiently and systematically with design teams within an energetic and fast-paced environment to meet project demands
  • You have 2D and 3D software knowledge including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop and InDesign    

What the role includes:

  • You will lead the development and implementation of architectural projects, including design at all stages, construction documents,and construction administration
  • You will lead the architectural project team through close collaboration with project leadership to achieve design, technical and financial success
  • You will manage and coordinate project teams consisting of architects, engineers, and other design and construction professionals
  • You will collaborate with partners and senior team to prepare, issue, and manage compliance plans to align project goals including budget, deliverables, and schedule
  • You will develop project budgets and schedules and track progress to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget
  • You will coordinate with contractors, vendors and other stakeholders to ensure that project requirements are met
  • You will communicate with clients and other stakeholders to gather project requirements, address concerns, and provide progress updates
  • You will ensure that all work complies with relevant codes, standards and regulations
  • You will develop and maintain project documentation, including drawings, specifications and contracts
  • You will manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and deadlines
  • You will manage time and workload of own work efforts and those of others to meet project task deadlines and commitments, with interaction and direction from Practice leadership while guiding and teaching less experienced staff

 

Why work here:

An award-winning, growing practice who believes that collaboration is key and overtime is not necessary. This is an opportunity to grow and build on your experience gaining full exposure on high profile international projects. An office based role offering a generous bonus scheme, pension scheme and great holiday package.

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Project Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £47,000
Permanent

Middle East and International projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use and resorts.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

With an award-winning team behind you, you'll be collaborating on large-scale commissions in residential and commercial development, including mixed-use masterplans and resort masterplans. There is a need for a talented and ambitious project architect to work on a wide range of project types, scales, and stages. This is a great chance to join an expanding practice and work on luxury international projects across Riba stages 0-7. 

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are ARB or Riba registered.
  • You have at least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience
  • You have experience working on profile middle-east projects
  • You have a proven track record of job-running and experience working across all stages
  • You have excellent creative design capabilities demonstrated by a portfolio
  • You can demonstrate experience in all stages of design and construction administration
  • You have 2D and 3D software knowledge including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop and InDesign   

 

What the role includes:

  • You will collaborate with the design team to  develop project plans, concepts and designs for commercial and mixed-use projects
  • You will lead the production of project documentation, including detailed drawings, specifications, and schedules
  • You will manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery
  • You will coordinate with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants
  • You will provide technical guidance and support to project team members
  • You will create building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications
  • You will plan, develop and implement building designs, packages, details, within budget.
  • You will write and present reports, proposals, applications and contracts
  • You will adapt plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction

Why work here:

An award-winning, growing practice who believes that collaboration is key and overtime is not necessary. This is an opportunity to grow and build on your experience gaining full exposure on high profile international projects. An office based role offering a generous bonus scheme, pension scheme and great holiday package.

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Project Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £53,000
Permanent

Design-led practice working on exciting large scale, commercial projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

Why work here:

An employee-owned, award-winning collaborative practice that believes everyone should be involved in the progress of projects and values everyone's opinions. Taking pride in creating and bringing life to award winning projects, they demonstrate a passion for great quality projects.

Offering hybrid working options, profit share, enhanced family leave, mentoring, in-house Revit training and coaching and a wide range of social activities and events this is a opportunity not to be missed.

  

What is your role:

The role is for a Project Architect leading medium to large scale projects and providing support leading on the design and delivery of projects.

As a Project Architect, you will be responsible for leading the design team on project delivery, through all stages of a project. You will work to ensure a high quality service and the best design and technical solution is achieved for the client. You will have the opportunity to enhance your design and technical skills and all-round knowledge. You will be offered support and guidance in your role and be given the chance to achieve genuine career development.

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You have a minimum of three years post-Part 3 professional experience
  • You have a proven track record of leadership
  • You have experience of UK commercial work preferential
  • You have an appetite to work within an ambitious design-led creative process
  • You have an interest and enthusiasm for making and construction
  • You have the ability to work as part of a team but also with self-direction and initiative, displaying a strong commitment to the job
  • You’re a skilled critical thinker and problem solver
  • You have excellent drafting skills, Revit preferential but not essential
  • You have meticulous attention to detail in design and construction
  • You have proven ability to effectively communicate with team members, contractors and consultants
  • You have outstanding written, organisational and interpersonal skills
  • You have excellent time management skills – the ability to work to programme and deadlines is essential
  • You have highly proficient English language skills in verbal communication, reading and writing
  • You have a willingness to partake and contribute to our vibrant studio     

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Architect
London
,
London
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £47,000
Permanent

Employee-owned, award-winning collaborative practice, working on large commercial, hospitality and education projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

Why work here:

An employee-owned, award-winning collaborative practice that believes everyone should be involved in the progress of projects and values everyone's opinions.Taking pride in creating and bringing life to award winning projects, they demonstrate a passion for great quality projects.

Offering hybrid working options, profit share, enhanced family leave, mentoring, in-house Revit training and coaching and a wide range of social activities and events this is a opportunity not to be missed.

  

What is your role:

You will be joining the successful and growing team who are currently working on large complex commercial, hospitality and education projects. You will be producing high-quality technical drawings and detailed packages using Revit and be assigned on projects mainly across Riba stages 1-4 to begin with. 

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are a part III qualified/ARB registered
  • You have experience of UK Commercial work
  • You have an appetite to work within an ambitious design-led creative process
  • You have an interest and enthusiasm for making and construction
  • You have the ability to work as part of a team but also with self-direction and initiative, displaying a strong commitment to the job
  • You’re a skilled critical thinker and problem solver
  • You have excellent drafting skills, Revit preferential but not essential
  • You have meticulous attention to detail in design and construction
  • You have a proven ability to effectively communicate with team members, contractors and consultants
  • Outstanding written, organisational and interpersonal skills
  • You have excellent time management skills – the ability to work to programme and deadlines is essential
  • You are highly proficient English language skills in verbal communication, reading and writing
  • A willingness to partake and contribute to a vibrant studio
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Architectural REVIT Technician
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £55,000
Permanent

An award-winning, design led studio, is seeking a Revit proficient CAD Technician to join their team in North West London.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

We are working with award winning design led, medium size practice in North West London.  This practice has wonderful projects and offers exciting career progression and generous remuneration for the right individual.  The practice passion for projects is evident from the work output and practice portfolio.

The job encompasses the collation, organisation and investigation of technical information for use during the development of the project design.

Working closely with architects and designers, you will form the link between the concept design and the completed construction. The role works under the direction of an Associate Director or other senior members of the practice.

Quick bullet points:

  • Prepare design proposals using REVIT and traditional methods.
  • Lead the design process and co-ordinate detailed design information.
  • Advise on choosing materials.
  • Liaise with and produce documentation forstatutory and local approval authorities.
  • Prepare tender information.
  • Prepare specifications for construction work.    

Skills: The post holder should:

  • Strong REVIT software skills
  • Be good at freehand drawing.
  • Be able to visualise objects in three dimensions.
  • Have mathematical skills for making technical and financial calculations.
  • Have scientific ability to understand building technology.
  • Be aware of how buildings and spaces are used.
  • Be aware of the natural environment.
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have good presentation skills.
  • Have good project management and organisation skills
  • Have time management skills.
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Architect
Guildford
,
South East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Global Practice, working on commercially led projects.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

This is a great opportunity working for globally recognised Architecture firm.

Based out of their Guildford office, you will be involved in a variety of exciting projects, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your passion for design and showing off your technical coordination skills to deliver great projects.

Skills required:

  • Revit is essential
  • Knowledge of UK Building regulations and construction
  • Knowledge of NBS advantageous
  • Ability to present your portfolio and discuss projects in detail
  • Skilled with both front end design and understanding of technical delivery
  • RIBA or ARB registered
  • Commercially led project experience

  

Only apply for this role if you are self-driven, proactive with a passion for quality projects and want to be part of long term, established, highly respected Architecture practice.

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Architect - BIM Lead
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Architect with 3D modelling capability to join our client's Transportation team in London.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

We are currently recruiting for an Architect with 3D modelling capability to join our clients Transportation team in London. If you have experience of using Bentley Projectwise CDE and like to work collaboratively, this might be the role for you!

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are a BIM Lead with Bentley OBD and MicroStation skills.
  • You are RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience of working within the UK Building Regulations
  • You have experience of working within transport and technology sectors
  • You have collaborative experience of working directly with the client, contractor and multi- disciplinary design teams
  • You have experience working across multiple projects providing BIM and Technical support.
  • Having experience in Autodesk Revit and BIM360 tools are welcome.
  • You should have experience in Autodesk Revit and BIM360 tools welcome.
  • You have previous knowledge of using Common Data Environments in particular Bentley ProjectWise
  • You have excellent knowledge of NBS Building and NBS Create specification systems
  • You are highly computer literate, skilled in all standard Office and Graphic applications
  • You are a skilled presenter both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills
  • You have working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • You have working knowledge of town planning procedures

    

What the role includes:

Reporting into the Project Director, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your passion for design, together with your co-ordination, innovation and technical expertise to deliver great projects which not only exceed our clients’ expectations but also reflect the award-winning practice’s vision and values.

 

Why work here:

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design. Over 230 talented staff work at the practice throughout the UK, New York, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

With a strong foundation of culture, an incredibly welcoming and nurturing environment, the practice values and encourages creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration.  

Offering an outstanding benefit package, including hybrid and flexible working options, well-being activities, social events, mentoring, training and development, and a real focus on employee satisfaction. This is practice that makes the creative journey an enjoyable one for all. 

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Architectural Technologist
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Successful, rapidly growing AJ100 practice, working on Data Centres, Pharma and Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will typically work on a major client account, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders (both inside and outside the organisation), and managing a project team. Most of the projects are in the commercial sectors, such as data centres, logistics, offices, retail, and hospitality.

A large proportion of our work is based outside the UK so travel opportunities are available for those wishing to experience working on projects somewhere new. This is an executive practice and you will need to have strong technical experience stages 3 onwards.

  

What makes you good at your job:

  • You have a minimum least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience, preferably across all project work stages in a relevant sector
  • Ideally you will have experience working on Data Centres, Pharmaceutical and or Hospitals.
  • You are a RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience and a good understanding of UK, US or EU permitting and construction
  • A strong track-record of delivering projects through RIBA Stages 4, 5 and 6
  • You are able to demonstrate a high level of technical detailing skill
  • You have strong design skills and technical knowledge.
  • You have solid working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and MS Office.
  • Being a fluent speaker of French of German would be a great advantage.    

 

Why work here:

One of the top ranked Aj100 practices this is growing firm going from success to success. With 8 offices in the UK and around the world they offer full architectural, implementation and project management service from initial site appraisals to post construction close out and evaluation for projects worldwide.

You will be joining a team in the London office and will be offered 3 days work from home and 2 days in the office, 4 week salary annual bonus (company performance led), over 45 hrs worked time off in lieu or overtime paid, pension 4% and more.

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Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Successful, rapidly growing AJ100 practice, working on Data Centres, Pharma and Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will typically work on a major client account, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders (both inside and outside the organisation), and managing a project team. Most of the projects are in the commercial sectors, such as data centres, logistics, offices, retail, and hospitality.

A large proportion of our work is based outside the UK so travel opportunities are available for those wishing to experience working on projects somewhere new. This is an executive practice and you will need to have strong technical experience stages 3 onwards.

  

What makes you good at your job:

  • You have a minimum least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience, preferably across all project work stages in a relevant sector
  • Ideally you will have experience working on Data Centres, Pharmaceutical and or Hospitals.
  • You are a RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience and a good understanding of UK, US or EU permitting and construction
  • A strong track-record of delivering projects through RIBA Stages 4, 5 and 6
  • You are able to demonstrate a high level of technical detailing skill
  • You have strong design skills and technical knowledge.
  • You have solid working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and MS Office.
  • Being a fluent speaker of French of German would be a great advantage.    

 

Why work here:

One of the top ranked Aj100 practices this is growing firm going from success to success. With 8 offices in the UK and around the world they offer full architectural, implementation and project management service from initial site appraisals to post construction close out and evaluation for projects worldwide.

You will be joining a team in the London office and will be offered 3 days work from home and 2 days in the office, 4 week salary annual bonus (company performance led), over 45 hrs worked time off in lieu or overtime paid, pension 4% and more.

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