Studio Operations Lead — Architecture Practice

Bespoke Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bespoke Careers is seeking an Office Manager for a prestigious architecture practice with a high-profile UK and international project portfolio, based in London. The role requires five-day office attendance to support smooth day-to-day operations, oversee facilities, budgets, HR and onboarding, and act as a senior point of contact for clients and consultants while nurturing the studio culture.

You will work closely with Partners and senior leadership on operational matters and studio events to

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior Office Manager, Practice Manager or Studio Manager role.
• Proven ability to manage facilities, budgets and administrative processes with strong organisational awareness.
• Confident stakeholder manager able to work with Partners, clients and external consultants.
• Strategic, proactive and solutions-focused with ability to improve office operations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the smooth day-to-day running of the studio.
• Work closely with Partners and senior leadership on operational matters.
• Oversee facilities, suppliers, maintenance, H&S and office services.
• Manage office budgets, expenditure and supplier relationships.
• Develop and improve office systems, processes and procedures.
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, consultants, visitors and external stakeholders.
• Oversee HR and people administration, including onboarding and staff support.
• Support studio events, internal communications and practice-wide initiatives.

Job description

Bespoke Careers is seeking an Office Manager for a prestigious architecture practice with a high-profile UK and international project portfolio, based in London. The role requires five-day office attendance to support smooth day-to-day operations, oversee facilities, budgets, HR and onboarding, and act as a senior point of contact for clients and consultants while nurturing the studio culture.

You will work closely with Partners and senior leadership on operational matters and studio events to