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Experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant - Architecture job in Waterloo, London -£DOE

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  • Location London
  • Type Permanent
  • Salary Flexible DOE
  • Ref 1346696
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Residential projects, boutique hotels, employee-owned studio

Job Summary

The Experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant job in Waterloo, London is an architecture role with a design focused practice delivering residential, heritage, commercial, interiors and community projects. The role is based in London and supports a diverse portfolio including bespoke private housing, high-spec penthouses, boutique hotels and small residential schemes.

You will work across UK and international projects within a contemporary studio known for architecture, interiors and quality. The role offers exposure across all RIBA stages, from concept design through to technical delivery. You will prepare drawings, models, images and design documents for varied project types. The position suits a creative assistant with strong visual skills and developing technical knowledge.

You will join a professional, collaborative and friendly workplace that values diverse skills. The practice supports work-life balance and trusts team members to manage time and workloads around personal commitments.

About the Company

This employee-owned practice has more than 15 years of UK and international project experience. Its portfolio includes bespoke private housing, high-spec penthouses, boutique hotels and small residential schemes. It also delivers mixed-use and non-residential projects that show a versatile design approach.

The studio is known for contemporary architecture, interiors and a strong commitment to quality. It has been recognised in the Good Employer Guide and supports work-life balance. Team members are trusted to manage time and workloads around personal commitments. The practice is BCorp and ISO accredited for sustainability, quality, health and safety.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Prepare and develop drawings, models, images and design documents across all RIBA stages
  • Support residential, heritage, commercial, interiors and community projects from design to delivery stages
  • Contribute strong graphic work for presentations, planning information and project design development
  • Assist with detail design and technical drawing packages for high-quality architectural schemes
  • Work collaboratively with designers, consultants, clients and contractors throughout project stages
  • Use initiative to manage assigned tasks, deadlines and workload within a supportive studio team

Skills & Experience Required

  • Part 2 Architectural Assistant qualification with one to three years of practice experience in the UK
  • Experience working across all RIBA stages within an architectural practice environment
  • Strong academic record with excellent graphic skills and a clear design approach
  • Some experience of detail design, technical design and delivery would be advantageous
  • Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp or similar software with rendering competencies
  • AutoCAD and Revit experience would be advantageous
  • Pro-active team player who uses initiative and contributes positively to collaborative project work
  • Comfortable and confident in both client facing and contractor facing project roles

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary, fully dependent on experience
  • Discretionary bonus and annual reviews
  • Hybrid working with 1 day working from home and flexible hours
  • RIBA fees paid, CPD support, annual office trips and more
  • 20 days holiday rising with service, bank holidays and Christmas shutdown **Who Is This Role Ideal For?**

This role is ideal for a creative Part 2 Architectural Assistant seeking varied project experience in London. It will suit someone who enjoys residential, heritage, commercial, interiors and community work. You should be confident preparing visual material, design documents and technical information.

The role would suit a proactive designer with strong communication skills and clear initiative. You will be comfortable working in a friendly team while engaging with clients and contractors. This Architecture role offers the chance to develop across all RIBA stages. It is suited to someone who values collaboration, quality and a balanced studio culture.

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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If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

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Experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant job in Waterloo, London – Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref: 1346696)

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