Associate Director

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable architectural practice in Epsom is seeking an ambitious Associate Director to oversee operations and expand the team. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a commercial mindset, and a desire to become an Equity Partner. With a competitive salary of £80,000 - £90,000 and opportunities for hybrid working, this role promises impactful contributions in a successful firm with a diverse project portfolio.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Healthcare

Pension

Other benefits to be discussed

Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing teams in an architectural practice.
• Ability to identify new revenue opportunities.
• Strong understanding of cost control and fee management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring efficiency across departments.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Lead key commissions and ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Commercial awareness

Networking skills

Financial acumen

Knowledge of Revit

Job description

Bennett & Game are delighted to represent a well‑established, reputable Architectural Practice based in Epsom who are currently seeking an ambitious Associate Director to join their expanding team. This is a unique and exceptional opportunity to obtain shares and progress within an established business, placing the successful candidate at the forefront of a thriving and growing office.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to make a lasting impact and legacy within an already successful Architectural Practice. If you are a driven, commercially aware Architect and eager to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and growing business, we encourage you to apply. Our client has been established for over 40 years, building and maintaining excellent relationships with clients, leading to around 80% of projects coming from repeat clients. They work in a variety of different sectors primarily covering Commercial, Science, Leisure, Healthcare and Education projects. They have a passion and drive for delivering quality and sustainable designs. Projects typically are anything up to around £10m in value.

Associate Director Job Overview

• Oversee daily operations across various departments, ensuring efficiency and optimal resource allocation
• Play an integral role in expanding and developing the office (currently a team of 15)
• Develop, maintain, and expand client relationships and frameworks
• Lead key client commissions and frameworks, ensuring successful project delivery
• Work closely with other senior management team members to coordinate business development initiatives
• Lead projects teams across different sectors from inception to completion
• Help shape and grow the practice’s presence
• Contribute to the firm’s strategic direction, defining the practice vision and growth

Associate Director Job Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage resources and drive team performance
• Commercially astute with the ability to identify new revenue opportunities and maximise existing client relationships
• Strong networking skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• Excellent financial acumen, including a solid understanding of fee management and cost control
• Desire to become an Equity Partner of the firm
• Good knowledge of Revit
• Ability to help, lead and manage an Architectural practice of circa 15 staff

Associate Director Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary £80,000 - £90,000 DOE
• Opportunity to progress quickly into Equity Partner of the business
• Opportunity to continue the growth and development of a profitable partnership
• Flexible hours and potential for hybrid working
• Healthcare
• Pension
• Other company benefits to be discussed at interview stage

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.