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 delivery

Administer 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

To apply, please contact KAZ on 01792365003 OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to kaz.davies@penguinrecruitment.co.uk I hope to hear from you soon!

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