Associate Architect

Hunter Dunning; City Of London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent architectural practice is seeking an Associate Architect to lead a landmark cultural and conservation project in central London. This senior leadership role involves overseeing the design and delivery while managing client relationships and mentoring talent. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of post-qualification experience in leading heritage projects and a strong technical background. This role offers a salary range of £51,000 - £67,500 with hybrid working options and excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing with service

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Bonus scheme

Season ticket loan

Cycle-to-work

Learning and development support

Qualifications

• Lead and deliver significant heritage projects across RIBA stages.
• Proven experience in large-scale project management.
• Strong technical and design knowledge in conservation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and delivery of prestigious architectural projects.
• Manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Represent practice with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Technical knowledge in conservation

Commercial awareness

Client communication skills

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in NBS

Education

ARB-registered Architect

10+ years post-qualification experience

AABC or RIBA SCA/CA accreditation

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Associate Architect Job in Location

A new Associate Architect job is now available, offering the opportunity to lead a landmark cultural and conservation project in central London. This is a senior leadership role within a practice known for its expertise in heritage and conservation.

You’ll oversee the design and delivery of one of the UK's most prestigious architectural projects while contributing to business development, client relationships, and the mentoring of emerging talent.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver significant conservation and cultural projects across all RIBA stages
• Manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities
• Oversee internal teams and coordinate consultant inputs
• Support bids, proposals, and strategic presentations
• Ensure projects meet design quality, programme, and budget targets
• Represent the practice with clients, stakeholders, and consultants.

Required Skills & Experience

• ARB-registered Architect with 10+ years post-qualification experience
• Proven experience leading large-scale or heritage projects
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent technical and design knowledge across conservation and adaptive re-use
• AABC or RIBA SCA/CA accreditation desirable
• Familiarity with NEC4 contracts and project financial management
• Strong commercial awareness and client communication skills
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and NBS.

What you get back

• £51,000 - £67,500
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Employee assistance programme, pension scheme, and life assurance
• Bonus scheme, season ticket loan, and cycle-to-work
• Learning, development, and leadership support.

Apply

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