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  • Location London
  • Type Permanent
  • Salary £40,000 - £45,000
  • Ref 13137
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Classical architecture, conservation projects, hybrid working

Job Summary

Architect Job Strand is available with a recognised practice specialising in traditional and classical architecture. The role is based in Strand, Central london, within the Architecture sector, working on bespoke high-end projects. You will work on historical buildings, private homes, commercial properties, and interiors in the UK and internationally.

This position suits an Architect with experience across all RIBA stages and strong technical knowledge. You will produce detailed hand drawings, technical information, and traditional joinery details. The practice is growing and offers career progression, hybrid working, and varied project exposure.

Architect Job Strand will involve leading small teams on conservation and classical architecture projects. You will need a passion for traditional design, craftsmanship, and careful project delivery. The role is permanent, full-time, and suited to someone with strong UK experience.

About the Company

This confidential practice is recognised worldwide for award-winning traditional and classical architecture projects. Their portfolio includes historical buildings, private homes, commercial properties, and interiors. Projects are delivered across the UK and internationally, with regular features in industry publications.

The practice is expanding due to a growing portfolio and increased project demand. Their work requires strong drawing ability, technical understanding, and sensitivity to conservation principles. You will join a team that values traditional detailing, hand drawing, and carefully crafted design. The studio offers career progression, hybrid working, and involvement in distinctive architectural projects.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Work on bespoke high-end projects across the UK and internationally within traditional architecture settings
  • Produce detailed hand drawings to support design development, presentation, and project communication
  • Work across all RIBA stages on a variety of classical and conservation-led projects
  • Lead and manage small project teams while supporting quality, coordination, and delivery standards
  • Produce high-quality technical drawings with detailed joinery fittings in a traditional architectural style
  • Coordinate design information and support project delivery through technical knowledge and careful detailing

Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience in bespoke detailing on traditional, high-end, classical, or conservation architecture projects
  • Minimum of five years of professional experience working within architectural practice in the UK
  • Part III qualified or Part II qualified with extensive relevant professional experience in practice
  • Strong contract administration knowledge with the ability to support technical project delivery
  • Detailed technical knowledge and understanding of traditional construction, craftsmanship, and architectural detailing
  • Passion for classical and traditional architecture with strong appreciation for historic building quality

Salary & Benefits

  • £40,000 – £45,000
  • Private healthcare
  • 21 days holiday plus bank holidays and discretionary leave over Christmas
  • Overtime is not expected, but paid at an increased rate when offered
  • Employee assistance programme and professional memberships paid for
  • Project trips, sketching sessions, social events, and charity fundraising
  • Flexible working with 3 days per week required in the office

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role is ideal for an Architect with strong classical or traditional architecture experience. You will be confident working across all RIBA stages and producing detailed project information. It suits someone with a passion for conservation, hand drawing, and bespoke architectural detailing.

You should enjoy leading small project teams and contributing to high-quality design outcomes. The position will suit someone seeking progression within a growing and respected practice.

Architect Job Strand is suited to someone with strong UK experience and technical confidence. You will need care, precision, and enthusiasm for beautifully crafted traditional architecture.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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