Part 2 Architectural Assistant

About WW+P

WW+P is a globally renowned architecture and planning firm established in 1985, with over 400 professionals including architects, urban designers, and planners distributed across 12 studios internationally, including London and Manchester in the UK. The company integrates planning, urban design, landscape, and architectural expertise to deliver visionary regenerative design projects characterized by both creative thinking and technical precision. WW+P's portfolio covers a variety of scales and disciplines aimed at enhancing urban environments, infrastructure, and communities with an emphasis on sustainability and inclusivity. The practice is part of the 10N Collective, a consortium of urbanism, architecture, and design specialists affiliated with Egis Group. In 2026, a merger with SvN Architects and Planners expanded their legacy, bringing over eight decades of combined expertise in transformative urban design.

Role Overview

We are seeking motivated and talented Part 2 Architectural Assistants to join our thriving UK studio, primarily based in Manchester but also open to candidates from London. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and involves contributing to diverse, design-led projects, ranging from major infrastructure initiatives such as railways, airports, bridges, and mixed-use developments, to more focused architectural schemes. Responsibilities will center around crafting sustainable and inventive design solutions grounded in our core values of people-focus, creativity, and social and environmental responsibility.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced design capabilities across various project phases
• Effective communication and presentation abilities, both verbally and visually
• Strong teamwork and collaborative mindset
• Experience in design-led architectural practices with a focus on creativity, environmental awareness, and technical detail
• Proficiency with Revit, including passing a Revit skills assessment; familiarity with BIM workflows
• Competence in Rhino and Grasshopper software
• Skillful use of Photoshop and InDesign
• Holds a Part 2 Diploma or Master’s degree in architecture
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Application Process

Applicants should submit a CV (maximum two A4 pages in PDF format) and a sample portfolio (up to ten A3 pages in PDF) highlighting clarity and originality in design. Shortlisted candidates will participate in a Revit assessment followed by an in-person interview.

Equality and Inclusion

WW+P upholds a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, encouraging individuals of all backgrounds to apply. The company is an equal opportunities employer that values and respects diverse contributions, fostering a workplace culture where every employee is heard and valued.