Part 1 Architectural Assistant

Penguin Recruitment; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established national architectural practice is seeking a Part 1 Architectural Assistant in Milton Keynes. The role involves working on diverse, high-profile projects, contributing from concept design through to technical delivery. Candidates should be RIBA recognized and possess strong design and technical skills. The practice values collaboration and professional development within a supportive environment. Benefits include a competitive salary and support toward industry qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Professional development and support towards industry qualifications

Pension scheme

Collaborative, inclusive company culture

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Qualified Part 1 professional in architecture.
• Experience using industry-standard design and technical software.
• Strong design and technical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear communicator with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Enthusiastic about contributing to a growing, design-led practice.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within project teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.
• Contribute to projects from concept design through to technical delivery.
• Produce and coordinate drawings, reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to support project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with current building regulations and best practices.
• Participate in design reviews and project coordination activities.

Skills

Qualified Part 1 professional in architecture

Experience using industry-standard design and technical software

Strong design and technical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Clear communicator

Organised and proactive

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Enthusiastic about contributing to a growing practice

Education

RIBA recognised qualification

Tools

Design and technical software

Job description

Job Title: Part 1 Architectural Assistant

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: 25-27,000 DOE

Graduates and those with post Part 1 experience can be considered

About the company

A well‑established national architectural and multidisciplinary design practice with a strong reputation across the UK commercial and built‑environment sectors is seeking to grow its team. The practice operates through a network of regional offices and delivers innovative, high‑quality design solutions across a wide range of building types, including retail, residential, leisure, offices, industrial, regeneration and conservation projects. Working closely with long‑standing developer partners as well as public and private clients, the business provides integrated services covering architecture, interior design, masterplanning, project management, visualisation, and landscape architecture. The company places strong emphasis on collaboration, technical excellence, and professional development within a supportive and inclusive working environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Professional development and support toward relevant industry qualifications
• Pension scheme
• Collaborative, inclusive company culture
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high‑profile projects across multiple sectors

Daily Duties

• Work collaboratively within project teams to deliver high‑quality design solutions
• Contribute to projects from concept design through to technical delivery and completion
• Produce and coordinate drawings, reports, specifications, and design documentation
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to support project delivery
• Ensure compliance with current building regulations, standards, and best practice
• Participate in design reviews, team meetings and project coordination activities

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Part 1 professional in architecture (RIBA recognised)
• Experience using industry‑standard design and technical software
• Strong design and technical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Clear communicator with the ability to work effectively within a team
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Enthusiastic about contributing to a growing, design‑led practice

To apply, please contact KAZ on a provided phone number or alternatively, send your updated CV and portfolio across to a supplied email address. I hope to hear from you soon!