Experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant OR Newly Qualified Architect

  • Penguin Recruitment Ltd
  • 16/05/2026
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Job Description

Job Title: Newly Qualified Architect or Part 2 Architectural Assistant

Location: East Hampshire District

Salary: £29-36,000 DOE

About the company

An award-winning architecture and design studio based in Hampshire is seeking a Newly Qualified Architect or Part 2 Architectural Assistant to join its growing team. The practice has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, design-led architecture across a varied portfolio of projects. This opportunity would suit candidates with a minimum of several years' professional experience who are looking to further develop their skills within a collaborative and supportive studio environment. Based within a bespoke studio in the South Downs National Park, the role offers the opportunity to contribute to exciting projects while benefiting from ongoing mentoring and career development.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • First-rate training and professional development opportunities
  • Exposure to a diverse and exciting portfolio of projects
  • Clear opportunities for career progression and growth
  • Supportive hybrid working environment
  • Bespoke studio setting within the South Downs National Park
  • Attractive employee benefits including annual study trips and staff profit share
  • Regular social activities and team events
  • Collaborative, friendly, and inclusive workplace culture
Daily Duties
  • Assisting with the design and development of projects across multiple stages
  • Producing presentation, planning and technical drawing packages
  • Supporting project teams with design development and detailing
  • Preparing visual presentations and client documentation
  • Coordinating information with consultants and wider project teams
  • Attending meetings and contributing to project discussions
  • Assisting with project delivery and technical coordination
  • Working collaboratively within a design-focused studio environment
Ideal Candidate
  • Newly qualified Architect or RIBA Part 2 Architectural Assistant
  • Minimum of several years' professional experience within the UK
  • Excellent design, graphic and presentation skills
  • Strong attention to detail and design quality
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluent English
  • Experience using ArchiCAD would be advantageous, although not essential
  • Strong organisational and collaborative working abilities
  • Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to develop professionally
  • Candidates already living locally within Hampshire, or the surrounding area would be preferred
  • Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK