This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, commercially aware and proactive individual who enjoys improving processes, supporting people and ensuring a busy professional practice operates efficiently. Working closely with the Practice Manager and senior leadership team, you'll become a central figure within the studio, helping to shape the operational success of the business.
The Role
This is a varied role combining operations, facilities, administration and people support. You'll oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the practice while identifying opportunities to improve processes, enhance the employee experience and support the continued growth of the business.
Key responsibilities include:
Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the practice, ensuring the studio runs efficiently and professionally
Supporting and coordinating the administration and support teams
Monitoring operational expenditure and maintaining accurate records across suppliers, subscriptions and office costs
Working closely with senior management to identify and implement operational improvements
Supporting employee onboarding, wellbeing initiatives and wider HR administration
Managing facilities, office maintenance, contractors and supplier relationships
Acting as the internal point of contact for IT and operational systems, coordinating with external providers
Supporting financial administration, budget monitoring and operational reporting
Leading project audits and helping maintain internal procedures and quality standards
Coordinating internal events, CPD programmes and initiatives that contribute to a positive studio cultureAbout You
Previous experience within an Operations, Practice Management, Office Management or Studio Management role
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Comfortable managing multiple priorities within a busy professional environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to work alongside senior leadership
Commercially aware with experience monitoring budgets, suppliers or operational expenditure
Proactive, solutions-focused and always looking for ways to improve processes
Comfortable coordinating facilities, IT suppliers and office operations
Experience within an architectural, design, engineering or professional services environment would be advantageousWhy This Role?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected architectural practice where you'll have genuine influence over the day-to-day operation of the business. Rather than simply maintaining existing processes, you'll be encouraged to identify improvements, enhance the employee experience and contribute to the continued success of a collaborative and design-led studio.
Working closely with senior leadership, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across every aspect of the practice
Salary description
£40000.00 - £40000.00 per year