Architect
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
Architecture for London is seeking architects with a passion for good design that touches lightly on the earth. We are a studio dedicated to the creation of sustainable buildings and places.
Environmental impact is a key consideration in our work. We take a research-based, fabric first approach to sustainability that carefully considers the embodied energy of materialsand the energy performance of our buildings in use. We work toward Passivhaus and EnerPHit standards of comfort and low energy, creating sustainable homes.
We work on a range of private residential, and commercialprojects across London, through all RIBA stages. Architects have ownership and design autonomy working directly with clients.
The role requires a portfolio showcasing UK private residential work.
The successful applicants will have the following skills:
- Strong conceptual, design and communication skills
- Excellent technical knowledge
- Site experience and job running skills
- Excellent digital/physical model making, sketching and Photoshop skills
- Knowledge of statutory regulations, contracts, procurement and delivery requirements
- Keen interest in sustainability
- AutoCAD preferable
- Passivhaus qualification or experience beneficial
Our studio is a friendly and collaborative environment where the team is encouraged and provided with the opportunity to develop and progress. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from minority background candidates typically underrepresented across the built environment.
Benefits and studio culture:
- Nest Ethical Fund pension scheme
- ARB membership fees paid
- Training and development opportunities
- Study leave days
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced paternity and maternity leave
- CPDs and internal talks
- Yearly eye exams
- Health and wellbeing including cycling expeditions, lunchtime badminton or table tennis and summer sports evenings.
- Fresh fruit and bread provided by the studio daily
- Twice monthly vegetarian team lunch cooked by team members
- A calm, creative and light filled studio space
- We are a tight-knit team and have regular studio outings and social events
- Model workshop including a 3D printer and laser cutter
Salary will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. The role is based full-time at our studio.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £38,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Architect
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Architect roles across Architecture for London's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £38,000 - £38,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying General openings directly to your inbox.