Senior Architect- High End Residential in London)

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employee-owned practice is seeking a Senior Architect to join its high-end residential team in London. This role involves designing bespoke luxury homes, managing client relationships, and overseeing project delivery from concept to completion. The ideal candidate should have substantial UK experience, strong design skills, and proficiency in relevant software. The position offers a hybrid work model and attractive benefits including study sponsorship and increased annual leave.

Benefits

Agile, flexible and hybrid working

Annual leave increasing with long service

Life assurance

Study sponsorship with paid study leave

Employee assistance programme

Season ticket loans

Cycle to work scheme

Subscription fees covered

Company day out

Enhanced learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Architect with substantial post-Part 3 experience in the UK.
• Proven experience in high-end private residential projects is essential.
• Excellent design capability with a refined understanding of proportion, detail, and luxury.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and NBS software.
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to resolve complex detailing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of bespoke high-end residential projects.
• Work directly with clients to translate their vision into architectural outcomes.
• Manage client communication with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Develop creative design solutions that combine luxury, comfort, and functionality.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building and Planning regulations.

Skills

Registered Architect with substantial post-Part 3 experience

Experience in high-end private residential projects

Excellent design capability

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in NBS software

Strong technical knowledge

Skilled in client-facing communication

Confidence in leading small teams

Job description

Job Title: Senior Architect

Location: London

Salary: £43-52,000 DOE

About the company:

A leading employee-owned practice is seeking a Senior Architect to join its specialist high-end residential team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with private clients on prestigious homes across the UK, delivering bespoke architecture that balances exceptional design with discretion, detail, and craft. The successful candidate will guide projects from early concept to completion, providing a highly personalised service and ensuring the highest standards throughout.

Benefits

• Agile, flexible and hybrid working (minimum 3 days in office, up to 2 days from home)
• Annual leave increasing with long service
• Life assurance
• Study sponsorship with paid study leave
• Employee assistance programme
• Season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subscription fees covered
• Company day out
• Enhanced learning and development opportunities

Daily Duties

• Lead the design and delivery of bespoke high-end private residential projects
• Work directly with discerning clients, ensuring their vision is translated into exceptional architectural outcomes
• Manage client communication with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• Develop creative design solutions that combine luxury, comfort, and functionality
• Oversee technical detailing, ensuring compliance with UK Building and Planning Regulations
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, craftspeople, and suppliers to achieve quality deliveryAdminister contracts and oversee on-site works to ensure precision and high standards
• Manage and mentor a small team, supporting professional growth and fostering collaboration
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to an uncompromising standard of excellence

Ideal Candidate

• Registered Architect with substantial post-Part 3 experience in the UK
• Proven experience in high-end private residential projects is essential
• Excellent design capability, with a refined understanding of proportion, detail, and luxury
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and NBS software
• Strong technical knowledge, with ability to resolve complex detailing at the highest standard
• Deep understanding of UK Building and Planning Regulations
• Skilled in client-facing communication, able to build trust and manage expectations
• Confident in leading small teams and overseeing all stages of project delivery
• Conservation or existing building experience desirable
• Strong graphic sensibility and hand-drawing ability
• Organised, proactive, and enthusiastic, with a commitment to excellence