Associate Architect

Ignis Partners

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

1 day WFH + early finish Fridays

31 days holiday (rising to 33)

Professional fees covered

Strong CPD + in‑house seminars

Enhanced family leave + well‑being perks

Job summary

Ignis Partners, based in Manchester, is looking for a seasoned Senior Leader for their education team. The role demands over 10 years of postgraduate experience with proven success in education project delivery. Responsibilities include leading design and delivery across all RIBA stages, managing teams and stakeholders, and driving technical quality. Benefits include flexible working options, generous holiday, and professional development support. Join a collaborative environment focused on long-term career growth and leadership in architecture.

Qualifications

10+ years PQE.
Proven delivery of education projects.
Robust design portfolio.

Responsibilities

Lead design and delivery across all RIBA stages.
Manage internal teams and external stakeholders.
Drive programme milestones and technical quality.
Support new business within the education sector.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Client-facing leadership

Education project delivery

Job description

About The Practice

Our client is a highly regarded UK architecture practice with multiple studios, recognised for delivering well‑crafted, people‑centred architecture across the education, living, leisure and commercial sectors.

Established for several decades, the practice has built a strong reputation for design quality, long‑term client relationships and repeat commissions, particularly within the education sector.

The studio culture is collaborative, inclusive and values‑driven, with a clear commitment to investing in people at every career stage. Architects are supported through structured mentoring, regular CPD, in‑house seminars and clear progression pathways, creating an environment where individuals are encouraged to take ownership, lead confidently and develop their careers over the long term.

With a strong pipeline of secured work — including recent education‑sector wins — the practice is entering an exciting phase of growth and is expanding its senior leadership team to help shape the next chapter of the studio’s evolution.

The Role

This is a senior leadership position within the education team, suited to someone confident leading projects and teams while supporting business development alongside delivery.

Key Responsibilities