Architectural Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for an architectural assistant, preferably part 2, for our growing architectural studio with excellent V-ray, SketchUp and AutoCAD skills for our studio in Sutton, Greater London SM2 6LE.
How to apply:
- Please send your CV, portfolio and work samples as attachments to our address which can be found from our website www.koarchitects.co.uk as I am not allowed to put an email address here (preferably as PDFs) alongside with your salary expectations..
- Please contact us at the email address given above and not directly to the office.
- Independent applicants only, no agencies.
- You must be eligible to work in the UK.
Required skills:
- Excellent Design, Graphical and Technical skills.
- Competent with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and V-ray.
- Passionate about architecture and design.
- Committed to design quality, attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask on various projects.
- Enthusiastic, strong team player with proactive attitude.
- Part 1 experience in UK practice preferred.
- UK qualification preferred.
Training is provided for successful candidates. Fantastic opportunity for someone who is working towards Part 3 as we have various scales of work to experience with strong design and commitment to sustainability.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £28,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- 1-Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
2-Are you comfortable working in an onsite setting?
3-What is your salary expectation?
Work Location: One location
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 Architectural Assistant roles across KO ARCHITECTS'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 £28,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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