Design-Led Newly Qualified Architect

Job description

Design-Led Part II Architectural Assistant / Newly Qualified Architect

Central London | £32,000 – £42,000 (DOE) | Permanent | Hybrid Working

About the Practice

Our client is a small, highly respected design-led architecture studio based in Central London. With a team of around 10 people, the practice delivers carefully crafted residential, mixed-use, commercial, co-living and heritage projects, with a strong emphasis on contextual architecture, materiality and timeless design quality.

Working across all RIBA stages, the studio offers excellent exposure from concept through to delivery within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Role

We are seeking either a highly design-focused Part II Architectural Assistant or a Newly Qualified Architect (0–2 years post-Part 3 experience).

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about design and presentation, and wants to develop within a practice where portfolio quality, creativity and visual communication are genuinely valued.

Key Requirements

Essential

• Strong design-led portfolio demonstrating excellent architectural thinking
• Outstanding visual communication and presentation skills
• Advanced SketchUp skills
• Strong V-Ray visualisation and rendering capability
• Good Photoshop and post-production skills
• Experience working on residential, mixed-use, commercial and/or heritage projects
• Strong communication and collaborative working skills

Beneficial

• Revit experience
• MicroStation experience (training can be provided)
• Understanding of UK Planning and Building Regulations
• Experience across RIBA Stages 3–4

Why Apply?

• Work across all RIBA stages
• Exposure to a wide variety of project types and scales
• Strong mentorship from senior team members
• Hybrid working
• Annual pay reviews
• Annual office trip and studio socials
• Long-term development within a growing practice

Please note: Portfolio quality will be a key factor in the selection process. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.

To apply, please send your CV and portfolio to: je@ignispartners.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-06-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English