Our client, a multi-award-winning, London-based architecture practice, is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Studio Manager to provide critical support to the practice management. With an international reputation for delivering outstanding projects across arts, education, and residential sectors, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join a talented team and contribute to the practice's continued success.

Position Overview

As Studio Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and productive day-to-day running of the studio while fostering a positive culture and ethos. This diverse position encompasses aspects of HR, administration, finance, new business, PR, marketing, and facilities management. Working closely with the senior management team, you will provide essential support across a wide range of tasks, setting the ideal conditions for the production of excellent design work.

Responsibilities

• Manage the efficient and productive day-to-day running of the studio

• Support the senior management team across a range of tasks, including HR, administration, finance, new business, PR, marketing, and facilities management

• Foster a positive studio culture and ethos, promoting collaboration and excellence

• Engage with new business opportunities and contribute to the practice's long-term strategic objectives

• Manage CRM systems and social media presence

• Drive improvements in office management and processes

Requirements

• Degree-level education

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role, supporting senior management in office or studio management

• Experience working in a creative business of at least ten people.

• Proficiency in CRM systems and social media management

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate colleagues

• Financial literacy, including invoicing and budget management

• Strong computer skills, including MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite

• Self-motivated, proactive problem-solver with exceptional attention to detail

• Knowledge of architecture and the arts through personal interest is desirable

Company Overview

With a 15-year history of design excellence, our client has garnered an international reputation for their award-winning work across major arts, education, and residential projects in the UK and Europe. With sustainability at the forefront, they are committed to supporting clients in achieving carbon negative futures. Recognised with numerous accolades, including RIBA House of the Year, World Interior of the Year, and Architect of the Year, the practice fosters a collaborative team environment that has helped team members secure multiple RIBA Journal Rising Star awards in recent years, setting the stage for continued success in delivering innovative, sustainable architectural solutions.

Benefits

• Team outings and social activities, including weekly studio lunch and drinks, annual office trip, Christmas party, and Away Days

• Holiday reward scheme

• CPD and professional development opportunities

• One day per week working from home

• Flexible start and finish times

• Employee assistance program

• Career progression opportunities

Alongside this generous benefits package, you'll be immersed in a friendly, close-knit team of talented architects and designers. You'll enjoy a collaborative, supportive studio environment that allows you to do your best work and grow your career.

How to Apply

If you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role and contribute to the ongoing success of this leading architecture practice, please submit your CV and cover letter to hello@fatrecruitment.co.uk. Please quote the reference number.

Our client actively encourages and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK.