Associate/Associate Director

Job Description:

Associate/Associate Director
Leicester
£50,000 – £65,000

Aztrum are pleased to be partnering with a well-established and design-led Architectural practice based in Leicester, who are looking to appoint an experienced Associate/Associate Director to play a key role in the continued growth and direction of the studio.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level architect with strong leadership skills and a passion for high-quality design to take on a strategic and hands-on position within a collaborative practice, delivering projects across sectors including education, industrial, and residential.

Key Responsibilities for this Associate/Associate Director role:

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams from concept through to completion across all RIBA Work Stages
• Review, produce, and coordinate high-quality technical and design information throughout the project lifecycle
• Act as a key client liaison, managing and fostering strong relationships with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities
• Provide mentorship and support to team members, encouraging collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence
• Have strategic input into the wider direction and development of the office and practice
• Conduct site visits and represent the studio externally, promoting its vision and values within the industry
• Apply a practical, problem-solving approach to complex design challenges
• Travel to project sites across the UK as required
• Work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Key Requirements for this Associate/Associate Director role:

• Minimum 10 years’ industry experience, with a strong portfolio demonstrating a range of projects (schools, industrial or residential experience preferred)
• Excellent leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of all RIBA Work Stages
• A keen interest in high-quality design, detailing, and technical excellence
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other relevant design tools

To express interest, please send your CV to Harley at (url removed), or alternatively contact him on (phone number removed) for more information.