Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Essex is seeking a motivated Architect to join their collaborative team. The role involves contributing to design work across all RIBA stages and supporting project delivery. The ideal candidate will have ARB registration, previous UK practice experience, and excellent design skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including an annual bonus and a friendly studio culture. Join us and work on projects that make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension contributions

Friendly, team-oriented studio culture

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and construction methods.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and lead design work across all RIBA stages.
• Prepare and coordinate technical drawings and construction packages.
• Support project delivery, including site inspections and contract administration.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Assist with planning applications and design presentations.

Skills

Excellent design skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Confident communicator

Proactive team player

Education

ARB registration

Previous UK practice experience (as Part 2 or Architect)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Architect — Location: Essex — Salary: £40,000–£43,000

An award-winning, RIBA-chartered practice based in Essex is seeking a motivated and creative Architect to join its supportive and collaborative team. The studio delivers thoughtful, design-led solutions across residential, retail, and commercial sectors and offers opportunities to work on projects that make a real impact.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Pension contributions
• Friendly, team-oriented studio culture

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and lead design work across all RIBA stages
• Prepare and coordinate technical drawings and construction packages
• Support project delivery, including site inspections and contract administration
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Assist with planning applications, feasibility studies, and design presentations

Qualifications and attributes

• ARB registration
• Previous UK practice experience (as Part 2 or Architect)
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy, building regulations, and construction methods
• Excellent design skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal abilities
• Proactive, collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (preferred)

How to apply

To apply, please call Sophie on the number provided or send your CV and portfolio. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Information

Job Title: Architect

Company: Penguin Recruitment

Location: Essex

Posted: (see closing date)

Closes: Jan 4th 2026

Sector: Construction

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

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