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.
We recruit for a wide range of positions and job titles within the architecture industry, including:
Architectural Assistant
Part 1 Architectural Assistant
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Architect
BIM Architect
Project Architect
Senior Architect
Associate Architect
Architectural Designer
Architectural Visualiser
Architectural Technologist
Architectural Technician / Revit Technician
Interior Architect
Architecturally led practice comprising of Architects, Designers, Project Managers, Brand Consultants, and 3D Visualisers, with UK and International Offices.
You will be a part of a prestigious architecture firm with a remarkable background. Our client is committed to creative design and excellence in bringing architectural concepts to life.
Operating from six offices, including five in the UK, they offer their professional services to a wide-ranging client base across both the public and private sectors.
Our client is actively engaged in creating extensive residential masterplans and developments. Additionally, they are involved in projects including Education, Retail, Student Living, and Commercial offices.
Our client is currently on the lookout for a Revit Technician / Revit Architect, to join their successful team in Guildford.
As a Revit Technician / Revit Architect, you will be overseeing retail projects and will be responsible for creating and maintaining 3D models of retail spaces using Revit software.
You will collaborate with the design team, ensure retail design meets industry standards, and contribute to construction documents for builders.
Requirements:
Why Work Here
The company is offering the chance to work on a diverse range of exciting projects. Their work spans a broad spectrum, from projects as small as £500k to large-scale endeavors exceeding £50M.
You will be joining a team of successful architects, interior architects, technologists, project managers, and architectural coordinators, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
You can also enjoy enhanced holidays and the option of hybrid working.
Opportunity with one of the UK's top heritage and conservation practices.
They are the largest conservation practice in the world, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong. They are an award-winning architectural and heritage consultancy practice with a strong commitment to quality. They have staff of approximately 250 talented architects, designers, heritage consultants and surveyors across 14 offices. They work on some of the finest buildings from meticulous heritage and conservation schemes to bold contemporary design.
They provide hybrid work (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10am - 4pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth and training and development opportunities.
Top 100 architecture and heritage practice.
We are looking for an Architect to be a part of a World Architecture Top 100 practice renowned for their excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy. You would be joining a large team of a talented workforce of 250 people, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong.
Our client provides hybrid working conditions (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10am - 4pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth with great training and development opportunities.
The role would suit someone with around 2-4 years post-qualification experience and should be skilled in the delivery of architectural projects through all work stages. You should have excellent technical and conservation skills, as well as strong design skills.
Leading and running prestigious heritage and conservation projects.
An ambitious, highly motivated individual is needed to lead and develop others while delivering bespoke conservation and heritage architecture projects. This is an entrepreneurial job with a lot of responsibility and the freedom to deliver results. Working collaboratively with a wide range of consultants, this role offers an opportunity to work on projects at all stages of the RIBA process.
We are looking for an Architect to be a part of a World Architecture Top 100 practice renowned for their excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy. You would be joining a large team of a talented workforce of 250 people, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong.
Our client provides hybrid working conditions (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10am - 4pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth with great training and development opportunities.
Leading, Top 100 Architecture practice, offering exciting projects and great benefits.
We are looking for an Architect at Associate level to be a part of a World Architecture, Top 100 practice renowned for their excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy. You will be joining a large team of a talented workforce of 250 people, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong.
Our client provides hybrid working conditions (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10 am - 4 pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth with great training and development opportunities and social events.
This position offers the chance to participate in projects at various RIBA stages, fostering collaboration with a diverse team of consultants. We're particularly interested in architects who possess strong technical and conservation skills and a passion for delivering high-quality work. The ideal candidate should be well-organized and have experience in managing and overseeing work packages on-site, especially during RIBA work stages 4 and 5. We are looking for individuals with approximately 10 years of post-qualification experience, demonstrating excellent technical and construction knowledge.
Dynamic multi-disciplinary practice of Architects, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners, and Interior Designers
Due to a significant increase in their workload, our client is expanding operations at their newly established Stevenage studio. They are currently seeking a Project Technologist to join their dynamic and expanding team. In this role, you will be running medium to large-scale projects from stage 3 onwards, with a preference for candidates experienced in residential and/or educational sector projects. Leadership skills are essential, including the ability to effectively communicate with clients and consultants.
This is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Project Technologist to join an established and thriving practice at their new studio, and become a key part of its growth into the future.
You will work directly with the studio’s Associate Director and a team of project architects – collating, organising, investigating and producing technical information for use during the development of the project design.
The ideal candidate should possess expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and have a background in working within a 3D environment, with proficiency in clash detection and coordination, as well as be an experienced user of Archicad.
Working directly with the Project Architect to undertake the following:
Acting as Project Leader to undertake the following:
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT/CONSTRUCTION ON SITE
Acting as Project Leader, undertake the following:
POST CONSTRUCTION
You will be joining a dynamic multi-disciplinary practice (130 plus employees) of Architects, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners, and Interior Designers. Winning awards for their diverse projects in the public and private sectors, focusing on sustainable environments that enrich communities with projects nationally and internationally.
Offering the option of 2 days working from home, flexible working hours, free fresh fruit, regular social activities, health benefits package, pension contributions, health insurance and a bonus scheme.
Dynamic multi-disciplinary practice of Architects, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners, and Interior Designers
Due to a significant increase in their workload, our client is expanding operations at their newly established Stevenage studio. They are currently seeking a Project Architect to join their dynamic and expanding team. In this role, you will take charge of medium to large-scale projects, with a preference for candidates experienced in residential and/or educational sector projects. Leadership skills are essential, including the ability to effectively communicate with clients and consultants.
This presents a remarkable opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Project Architect with a proven track record in managing multiple projects across various sectors. Joining the vibrant team at their new studio, you will play a pivotal role in their growth and development. As such, the ideal candidate should be adept at networking in the region to cultivate relationships with potential clients, contributing to the expansion of the business in the area.
This position entails working directly with the studio's Associate Director to oversee the design and progression of projects, spanning from the initial concept phase to project completion. The role assumes the title of Architect and includes the dual responsibility of leading an internal team of architectural professionals and managing an external design team comprised of sub-consultants. These projects encompass a diverse range, including but not limited to large residential, educational, and commercial schemes. The ideal candidate should also possess expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and have a background in working within a 3D environment, with proficiency in clash detection and coordination, as well as be an experienced user of Archicad.
POST CONSTRUCTION
You will be joining a dynamic multi-disciplinary practice (130 plus employees) of Architects, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners, and Interior Designers. Winning awards for our diverse projects in the public and private sectors, focusing on sustainable environments that enrich communities with projects nationally and internationally. Offering the option of 2 days working from home, flexible working hours, free fresh fruit, regular social activities, health benefits package, pension contributions, health insurance and a bonus scheme.
Boutique, design-led practice offering a broad range of projects and a nurturing environment to help you thrive.
We are currently looking for an exceptionally creative, ambitious and collaborative Part II Architectural Assistant to join a highly talented, growing team in Central London.
As an Architectural Assistant, your main responsibility will be to create and improve drawings with a keen sense of design. You'll also be responsible for producing models, images, and other documents related to both design and technical aspects, primarily for residential projects across all RIBA stages.
Working on a variety of stimulating projects, including new-build, retrofit, extensions, and additions to buildings in sensitive or heritage contexts; from domestic to large-scale residential and mixed-use work. Their main focus is always on creating top-notch designs.
In this collaborative environment, the client's team of highly successful architects and directors brings invaluable experience and encouragement to help you thrive in your career. This nurturing atmosphere fuels passion and offers exciting long-term career opportunities.
You'll enjoy benefits like hybrid work options, flexible hours, trips away and exciting social activities. The role is based at the client's London studio in Central London.
International residential and commercial development projects, which include mixed-use and resort masterplans
You'll have the privilege of collaborating with an award-winning team on expansive international residential and commercial development projects, which include mixed-use masterplans and resort masterplans. We are currently seeking a project architect who embodies talent and ambition, capable of working on a diverse array of project types, scales, and stages. This presents a remarkable opportunity to join a rapidly growing architectural practice and contribute to luxurious international projects spanning the entire RIBA stages 0 to 7, mainly in the Middle East.
To be considered for this position, we are looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:
Professional Registration: You should be registered with ARB (Architects Registration Board) or a member of RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects).
UK Post Qualification Experience: You should have a minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience in the United Kingdom.
Middle-East or International Project or Experience: It's essential that you have previous experience working on notable projects in the Middle East region or international projects.
Job-Running Skills: You should have a proven track record of effectively managing projects and experience in overseeing projects across all stages.
Creative Design Capabilities: Your portfolio should showcase excellent creative design skills, demonstrating your ability to generate innovative architectural concepts.
Comprehensive Design and Construction Experience: You should have hands-on experience in all stages of the design and construction process, highlighting your ability to take projects from conception to completion.
Software Proficiency: Proficiency in various 2D and 3D software tools is required, including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, and InDesign.
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.
Opportunity to work on large-scale residential, commercial and masterplanning projects in the Middle East and UK.
Join a dynamic and award-winning team as they embark on large-scale residential and commercial development projects, including mixed-use masterplans. With a track record of successfully completing significant projects both in the Middle East and London, they are now seeking talented and ambitious architects and architectural assistants to become integral members of their growing team.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of project types, sizes, and phases. You'll be exposed to diverse architectural challenges and have the chance to actively contribute to the expansion of the firm's impressive portfolio working from concept to completion.
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.
Dynamic multi-disciplinary practice, with a focus on medium to large-scale residential and education projects.
We are looking for a Project Technologist to work directly with the studio's Associates, Associate Directors and with a team of project architects – collating, organising, investigating and producing technical information for use during the development of the project design.
Adopting the role of Project Lead from the commencement of RIBA Stage 4 (Detail Design) until RIBA Stage 6 Completion/Handover.
The ideal candidate will be proficient in running medium-sized projects from Stage 3 onwards. Experience in leading a team – with the capability of liaising with clients and consultants effectively – is essential.
The right candidate will have experience in BIM and will have worked in a 3D environment, with knowledge about clash detection, coordinating with consultants' information. ArchiCAD experience would be ideal as well as experience in medium to large-scale residential and/or educational sector projects.
Working with the Project Architect to:
You will be joining a dynamic multi-disciplinary practice of Architects, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners, and Interior Designers. Winning awards for our diverse projects in the public and private sectors, focusing on sustainable environments that enrich communities with projects nationally and internationally.
With offices in Kent, London, Birmingham, and Sheffield, they are expanding and seeking an Architectural Technologist to join their Kent studios. You'll work and lead on exciting projects and enjoy a competitive salary, flexible hours, 2 days wfh, health benefits, and support for professional development.
Employee owned practice, offering a variety of exciting projects and excellent progression prospects.
Our client is seeking a Junior Architectural Technician to join their growing team on a permanent basis. As a respected architectural studio, they are led by four accomplished directors and supported by a dedicated team of 20 professionals. With 35 years of experience in the field and a unique status as an Employee Owned Trust, they have established themselves as a reputable architectural firm located a short walk from Guildford station.
This opportunity provides valuable hands-on experience, collaborating closely with a Senior Technician / Technologist, encompassing tasks such as site visits, contributing to technical drawings and surveys, and more. Any previous experience in developing comprehensive packages would be greatly advantageous. Your primary areas of focus will be within the residential and education sectors, with prior expertise in these domains being beneficial, but not essential.
In this close-knit and collaborative environment, some staff members have dedicated over two decades to the company, beginning as juniors and now holding directorial positions. This nurturing atmosphere fosters passion and presents a long-term opportunity, abundant with career progression prospects. The role will be based at our client’s studio in Guildford (free car parking and train station a short walk away) with opportunities to work from home one day per week. The applicant must have the legal right to work in the UK.