Architectural Assistant London

David Chipperfield; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in London seeks an Architectural Assistant with 2-4 years of experience in high-quality projects. Role involves collaborative design work, model making, and presentation preparation. The firm offers a dynamic environment, employee benefits like health insurance, pension contributions, and flexible working hours. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong design thinking and a portfolio showcasing their aesthetic quality. Visa assistance is also provided for relocators.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employer pension contributions

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Visa assistance for relocation

Flexible core hours

Qualifications

• 2-4 years professional experience on high-quality architectural projects.
• Ability to visualize and present ideas compellingly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative research studies.
• Develop design proposals from concept through technical development.
• Coordinate with consultants and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Part 2 qualified

Portfolio demonstrating strong aesthetic quality

Proficient in physical modelmaking

Skilled in Rhino

Skilled in ArchiCAD

Skilled in Photoshop

Strong collaborative skills

Enthusiasm for design research

Job description

Role

As an Architectural Assistant in our London studio, you will be a member of a collaborative team that values both rigorous thinking and creative exploration. Within an agreed framework, you are able to take responsibility, bring curiosity, contribute fresh ideas and advance conceptual approaches in our shared pursuit of architectural excellence. The role offers varied experiences, so you should be flexible, adaptable, and eager to take on diverse challenges.

Responsibilities

Working in the collaborative setting of a project team, you will be responsible for investigative research studies, establishing and developing conceptual ideas, testing proposals using physical models and producing drawings and illustrations. Depending on the project and stage of design, you will be expected to develop design proposals from concept through technical development; to coordinate with consultants and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings; to assist in preparing presentation materials for client meetings and design reviews; and to support project documentation and construction administration phases.

Skills and Experience

• Part 2 qualified with 2-4 years professional experience on high-quality architectural projects with innovative design and sustainable ambition
• Portfolio demonstrating strong aesthetic quality, design thinking, and ability to visualise and present ideas compellingly
• Proficient in physical modelmaking and exceptional in sketching and design communication
• Skilled in digital software including Rhino, ArchiCAD and Photoshop
• Strong collaborative skills with experience contributing to multidisciplinary project team
• Enthusiasm for design research, material exploration, and technical development

What we offer

Our studio offers a dynamic and creative environment, supported by a talented and dedicated team of 75 staff members who are committed to environmental and social sustainability. In addition to a stimulating work culture, we provide a range of employee benefits, including private health insurance, a cycle-to-work scheme, a cash health plan, employer pension contributions, an employee assistance plan, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave. For candidates who need to relocate to London, we also offer visa assistance. Our flexible core hours policy allows you to customise your working day, and we also offer the opportunity to work abroad for up to 15 days a year.