Architect

Role overview

An established, people-focused architectural practice is seeking an Architect to join its Bristol studio. This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to take the next step in a supportive environment and contribute to a wide variety of engaging projects.

About the company

The employer is an employee-owned architectural practice and a certified B Corp. Founded in 1953, the business is built around thoughtful design, local insight, and specialist expertise supported by measurable results. It is now one of the UK’s largest architectural practices, employing more than 300 specialists across Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Master-planning, Town Planning, and Graphic Design.

With nine studios across the UK, the team is closely connected to the communities where it works and brings creativity, technical capability, and a collaborative mindset to each project. The culture values purpose-led design and strong teamworking over ego.

What the role involves

You will work alongside senior designers and technical colleagues on a broad range of projects, helping to develop and deliver design outcomes while building your professional capability. The position offers exposure across project stages, from early concept work through to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and delivery of buildings and places that improve the experience of the people who use them.
• Support projects at every stage, from concept development through to completion.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and build strong working relationships.
• Communicate design ideas clearly through drawings, presentations, and design explanations.
• Offer professional input to both design and construction teams.
• Lead or contribute to more than one project at the same time when required.
• Prepare and organise design submissions, technical information, drawings, plans, documents, and written reports/specifications.

Requirements

• A qualification at least equivalent to RIBA Part 3 level.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a high-quality design-led and delivery-focused practice.
• Practical experience leading projects and working across all project phases.
• Confidence working in a multi-disciplinary setting and developing positive rapport with others.
• Strong drawing and presentation ability, with the confidence to explain how a concept develops.
• Good client-facing communication skills, including sensitivity when presenting and discussing work.
• Strong overall communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Revit skills would be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign.

Benefits

• Full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week.
• Hybrid, flexible, and agile working arrangements.
• 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Life assurance cover.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• EV lease scheme.
• Support for career progression and further education.
• A friendly, open, supportive, and caring workplace culture.
• Mentoring opportunities, including the chance to build team leadership skills.
• A positive working environment.

Application requirements

Applicants should submit a cover letter explaining their suitability for the role, a CV outlining professional experience and achievements, and a portfolio showcasing their strongest projects.

Equal opportunities and accessibility

The employer is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and is focused on improving inclusive hiring practices. The recruitment process is designed to be accessible, and disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be offered an interview. The organisation welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including those of different race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, background, disability, or marital status.

Additional information

This is a full-time permanent role based in Bristol, England, United Kingdom. Applicants are directed to apply through the company’s own website and do not need to register with any third-party platform.