Newly Qualified Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Milehouse; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in St Albans seeks a Newly Qualified Architect to join their expanding team. The role involves contributing across all RIBA stages, producing high-quality design work, and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should be Part 3 qualified, ARB registered, and possess strong design and presentation skills. A full UK driving licence is also required. Enjoy a supportive studio culture and opportunities for career progression in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Structured pathway for career progression

Collaborative studio culture

Qualifications

• Experience within a UK architectural practice.
• Solid understanding of current UK Building Regulations.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to projects across all RIBA stages.
• Producing high-quality design work and technical drawings.
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Supporting project management activities.
• Maintaining a positive, inclusive studio culture.

Skills

Design skills

Presentation skills

Communication abilities

Revit proficiency

Collaborative approach

Education

Part 3 qualified and ARB registered

Job description

Newly Qualified Architect

Location: St Albans
Salary: 30- 32,000

We're partnering with a progressive, design-led architectural practice in St Albans that is looking to welcome a motivated Newly Qualified Architect to their expanding team. With a strong heritage and a forward-thinking outlook, the studio is widely recognised for its commitment to sustainable design and longstanding client relationships. Their diverse portfolio spans multiple sectors and consistently reflects high-quality, thoughtful architecture.

On offer

• Work on high-profile, technically innovative projects across UK and international markets
• Join a collaborative, supportive studio culture that champions creativity, innovation, and continuous development
• Build expertise in areas such as data centre design, sustainability, BIM coordination, and advanced architectural graphics
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements and a clear, structured pathway for career progression

Your role will include

• Contributing to projects across all RIBA stages, from concept design through to delivery
• Producing high-quality design work, technical drawings, and project documentation
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Supporting project management activities to help meet key milestones and budgets
• Playing an active role in maintaining a positive, inclusive studio culture

What we're looking for

• Part 3 qualified and ARB registered
• Experience within a UK architectural practice.
• Strong design skills, with confident presentation and communication abilities
• Solid understanding of current UK Building Regulations
• Proficiency in Revit (essential)
• A proactive, collaborative approach
• A full, clean UK driving licence

To apply, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed). I look forward to hearing from you!