Architectural Designer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Independent from the start and still firmly rooted in hospitality, WATG is a global multidisciplinary design firm attuned to the unique needs of destination design. Comprised of five collaborative studios—Strategy, Planning, Architecture, Landscape, and Wimberly Interiors—WATG has been designing landmark destinations since 1945, shaping timeless spaces and places that span the globe. We are a team of 400 creative professionals across three continents with offices in Southern California, Honolulu, New York, London, Singapore and Shanghai.
The London office of WATG is hiring Architectural Designers.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Architectural Designer position at WATG provides design and technical support to the architectural projects within the Studio. This role is responsible for assisting in the development of the project design, production of presentation drawings, sketches and construction documents as well as correcting and updating drawings. This individual must have strong designs skills and be able to demonstrate creativity and good design judgement.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Assists with development and implementation of project design concepts
- Preparation of presentation standards, drawings and reports
- Drawing production support at all stages of the design process
- Draft and amend concept, detail and technical designs
- Supports follow-through of initial design through completion of construction
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- 2-3+ years experience in designing mid-size to large scale commercial architectural projects
- Hospitality experience desired
- Part II qualified (or equivalent)
- Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp a must, Rhino also highly desirable
- Proficiency with the Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) desired
- Design talent focus for concept/schematic stages
- Good presentation skills are required
Other requirements include:
- Requires the ability to prioritise and organize efficiently
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Be capable of multi-tasking jobs and working with teams to accomplish project work
- Have excellent design ability
- Being a team player, with a willingness to learn and grow
- Experience with working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Maintain a high level of honesty and integrity
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: Architectural & Engineering Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Architectural Designer roles across WATG'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 Architectural & Engineering Services.
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 £24,690 - £39,170 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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