Studio Director

CROWD CREATIVE; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international design practice in London is seeking a Studio Director to drive growth and oversee day-to-day operations. Ideal candidates have a background in architecture or design, excellent communication skills, and strong financial acumen. This role offers flexible working, generous leave, and an inspiring work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Exciting social calendar

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a studio within architecture, engineering, or design sectors.
• Ability to implement effective solutions for identified risks.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Drive studio growth and success with the senior leadership team.
• Lead the strategic development of the studio.
• Direct, mentor, and support the team.
• Expand the client base and project portfolio.

Skills

Leadership in architecture/design

Excellent communication skills

Risk identification and management

Strong numerical ability

Commercial acumen

Job description

About The Role:

The Crowd are partnered with a mid-sized international design practice that specialises in creating people-centred environments. They are seeking a multifaceted and commercially minded Studio Director to join their collaborative London studio.

This is a key position within the studio, where you will work closely with the Director and senior leadership team to support strategic planning, company financials, and business development, while overseeing the day-to-day operations. Our client has ambitions to scale the business further, so it is essential that this person has experience supporting a company through growth and fostering a positive working environment.

They are looking for a positive, people-focused, and driven individual with previous experience leading a studio in the architecture, engineering, or design sector. While not essential, it would be highly beneficial to have a design background and experience delivering design projects.

The role would suit either a seasoned Studio Director or a strategic and commercially minded designer who has operated in a similar capacity. This is a rare opportunity to join a leading design studio offering a range of benefits, including flexible working, generous annual leave, and an exciting social calendar, among others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Director and senior leadership team to drive studio growth and success
• Oversee the day-to-day operations and ensure the smooth running of the studio
• Lead the strategic development of the studio, investing in the growth and well-being of the team
• Direct, mentor, and support the team, fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment
• Monitor staff performance, development, and retention to maintain a motivated and high-performing team
• Lead recruitment efforts and nurture talent to strengthen the studio's capabilities
• Develop and implement a business development strategy to expand the client base and project portfolio
• Oversee financial performance, ensuring targets are met and cashflow is effectively managed

Key Skills/Requirements:

• Proven experience leading a studio within the architecture, engineering, or design sectors
• Skilled at identifying risks early and implementing effective, practical solutions
• Excellent communication skills with a confident, client-facing approach
• Background and interest in design and architecture
• Strong numerical ability with a solid understanding of budgeting and financial management
• Commercially astute with a strategic mindset

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