Senior Architect

Planning Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected architectural practice in London is seeking an experienced Senior Architect. The successful candidate will lead large-scale projects across all RIBA stages and manage multiple teams. This role offers clear routes for progression, hybrid working, and a supportive culture. Ideal for an ambitious architect looking for growth within a thriving environment.

Benefits

Clear progression opportunities

Hybrid working model

Healthcare scheme

Life insurance

Enhanced annual leave

Bonus schemes

Flexitime

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-Part 3 experience.
• Strong track record in delivering large-scale schemes across all RIBA stages.
• Exceptional Revit capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead on large-scale, complex projects through all RIBA stages.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Represent the practice in client-facing settings.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing communication

Revit

Project management

Education

5+ years post-Part 3 experience

Job description

Senior Architect

London | Hybrid Working | AJ100 Practice | 150-Strong International Team

Our client, a respected and forward-thinking AJ100 London practice, is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to join their thriving team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 5+ years of post-Part 3 experience who is either operating at senior level or already working as an Associate but open to stepping into a Senior role temporarily before rapid progression (subject to performance).

The Role

You will take a leading role on large-scale, complex projects, working across all RIBA stages, with particular strength in Stages 4 & 5. This position demands someone confident in leading teams, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and representing the practice in client-facing settings.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years post-Part 3 experience
• Strong track record delivering large-scale schemes across all RIBA stages
• Extensive experience in Stages 4 & 5
• Masterplanning experience (essential)
• Sector experience in commercial and healthcare (core focus)
• Additional experience across residential and retail is highly desirable
• Exceptional Revit capability
• Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate consultants, oversee project delivery, and maintain high design quality
• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills
• Full right to work in the UK

What's on Offer

• Clear and rapid progression opportunities toward Associate-level roles
• Hybrid working model
• Healthcare scheme & life insurance
• Enhanced annual leave
• Bonus schemes & flexitime
• Supportive, collaborative culture within a 150-strong London studio
• The chance to work on high-profile, strategically important schemes

This role is perfect for an ambitious architect looking to step into a leadership position within a well-established but continuously growing practice.

Interested in making your next move?

Apply today to join a studio where your expertise, leadership, and ambition will be recognised and rewarded.