An exciting opportunity to join a newly established Architectural Studio in Leeds!
Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, award-winning UK Architectural Practice as they look to appoint a talented Recently Qualified Architect to join their newly established Leeds City Centre studio.
With an excellent reputation and established regional studios across Scotland and the South of England, our client is embarking on an exciting period of expansion across the North of England.
Best known for their work across the Education, Leisure, Justice and Residential sectors, the practice has ambitious plans to build upon its existing relationships and project portfolio in the region, establishing a thriving Leeds studio with a particular focus on Education and Leisure projects.
Following the successful appointment of an experienced Associate Director to lead the Leeds operation, the practice is now looking to make its next key appointment.
This represents a fantastic opportunity for a recently qualified Architect to become one of the founding members of a growing studio, working closely with an experienced and well-connected Studio Leader whilst benefiting from the resources, expertise and established reputation of a successful national practice.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will work alongside the Leeds Studio Leader and collaborate with colleagues across the practice's wider UK studios, contributing to the design and delivery of high-quality, sustainable architectural projects.
With Education anticipated to form a significant part of the Leeds studio's workload, we are particularly interested in Architects who have gained experience working on schools, academies, colleges or other educational facilities.
However, the practice's diverse portfolio across Leisure, Justice and Residential sectors will also provide opportunities to broaden your experience and develop a well-rounded architectural skill set.
As one of the first appointments into the Leeds studio, you will enjoy a level of exposure and responsibility that can sometimes be difficult to achieve within larger, more established teams.
You'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior decision-makers, develop your project delivery experience and play an important role in shaping the culture and future success of the Leeds operation.
The Ideal Candidate
We are keen to hear from Architects who can demonstrate:
- Recently qualified ARB Architect, ideally with 0–3 years of post-qualification experience.
- Previous experience within the Education sector would be particularly advantageous.
- A strong architectural design appreciation supported by sound technical knowledge.
- Experience contributing to projects across various RIBA work stages.
- A genuine interest in sustainable architecture and delivering high-quality, people-focused environments.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, consultants and colleagues.
- A proactive, enthusiastic attitude with the ambition to develop professionally.
- An interest in joining a growing studio and contributing to its long-term success.
Whilst Education sector experience is preferred, applications from ambitious Architects with transferable project experience and a genuine interest in this sector are encouraged.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is not simply another Architect position within an established practice.
It's an opportunity to join a new studio at a pivotal stage of its development, working directly alongside an experienced Associate Director who has been appointed to establish and grow the business across Leeds and the wider North of England.
You'll benefit from the close-knit, collaborative environment of a developing local team, combined with the stability, resources and exciting project opportunities associated with a respected UK practice.
As the Leeds studio grows, there will be genuine opportunities to take on greater responsibility, develop your technical and project-running capabilities and progress your career alongside the business.
Salary & Benefits
Alongside a competitive salary £34,000 - £38,000 DOE, our client offers an attractive benefits package including:
- 9-day working fortnight, providing an excellent work-life balance.
- Pension scheme with employer contributions matched
- Private healthcare.
- Structured CPD and professional development support.
- Paid professional memberships.
- Generous annual leave entitlement, including Christmas closure.
- Additional birthday day off.
- The opportunity to develop your career within an ambitious and growing studio.
Interested to Learn More?
For a recently qualified Architect looking to develop their career within an ambitious, design-led practice, this represents a particularly exciting opportunity.
If you have an interest in Education projects and would welcome the chance to join a growing Leeds studio from the outset, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
Please contact James Jackson at Conrad Consulting for an exploratory conversation in the strictest of confidence.
Alternatively, please apply with your updated CV and a sample portfolio.