Associate Architect

London

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London

United Kingdom

Job Details
Salary:
£55,000 - £70,000
Rate:
Benefits:
Location:
London
,
,
United Kingdom
London
Flexible Work:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent
Candidate Consultant
John Elonga
je@ignispartners.com
0208 050 2057
Posting date:
February 18, 2026
Job Reference:
JE/055
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About the Practice

Our client is a design-led, employee-owned architecture studio based in Central London, working across residential, workplace, heritage, commercial and complex mixed-use projects in the UK and internationally.

With a team of 35 – 40 and steady growth, the studio delivers high-quality architecture within a collaborative, people-focused culture that values design rigour, technical excellence and long-term professional development.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Associate Architect to lead and coordinate large-scale projects and guide multi-disciplinary teams from concept through delivery.

This is a replacement hire within a stable pipeline, where you will typically oversee one major scheme or multiple smaller projects, ensuring strong design direction, delivery quality and team coordination.

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 working proficiency (not specialist level)
✔ Organised, collaborative, no-ego mindset
✔ Strong UK practice background essential

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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Associate Architect

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