Receptionist / Administrative Assistant Salary: Circa £27,000 | Full-time, office- based (5 days) Our client are a friendly, design-led architectural practice with a strong track record of staff longevity and a genuinely supportive team culture. People tend to stay with them because the environment is welcoming, collaborative, and respectful — making this a great place to start and build a career. The Role This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone organised, personable, and eager to learn. You’ll be the first point of contact for the studio and play a key role in keeping the office running smoothly, while gaining valuable experience within a creative professional environment. Key Responsibilities Welcoming visitors and managing front-of-house Answering calls, emails, and handling post Supporting the team with general admin and office coordination Assisting with document preparation and meeting arrangements About You Friendly, reliable, and well organised Confident communicator with a professional manner Comfortable using Microsoft Office An interest or background in design or architecture is an advantage, but not essential What they Offer Salary circa £27,000 A warm, close-knit team where people are supported and valued Long-term career potential with opportunities to learn, grow, and develop A stable, well-established practice with low staff turnover * As a boutique agency, Colville Search receives a high volume of applications and unfortunately, we are unable to respond to each one individually. If you are already registered with us, please feel free to reach out directly to your consultant for updates or to discuss a specific role.