Senior Architect – Award-Winning Design Studio | Leeds City Centre
Up to £50,000 + Excellent Benefits
Landmark Projects | Career Progression | Vibrant Studio Culture
The Practice
Step into one of Leeds most dynamic and design-driven architecture studios – a multi-award-winning practice renowned for delivering landmark projects across the North of England and Midlands. Their portfolio features bold Build to Rent towers, innovative student living developments, and cutting-edge commercial schemes – with project values reaching £90M.
Working from sleek, city-centre offices, this collaborative studio pushes creative boundaries while maintaining technical excellence. With a strong pipeline of high-profile projects and ambitious growth plans, they are seeking a Senior Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping their future.
The Role
This is a rare opportunity for a highly experienced Architect (10+ years post-Part 3) to join at a senior level, leading exciting large-scale projects from concept to completion. You’ll take ownership of design direction, client engagement, and project delivery, while mentoring junior team members and influencing studio-wide design standards.
This is the perfect role for a Senior Architect who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and wants to see their ideas realised on some of the region’s most striking schemes.
What You’ll Bring
* ARB-registered Architect with around 10 years’ professional experience
* Proven track record leading projects through all RIBA stages
* Strong Revit expertise – essential
* Design flair combined with technical rigour
* Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills
* Experience in high-rise residential, mixed-use, or commercial projects preferred
What’s On Offer
* Salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience)
* Generous holiday allowance + private healthcare
* Regular design reviews, CPD and clear progression opportunities
* A studio that values creativity, collaboration, and ambition
* Stylish Leeds city centre offices + a vibrant, sociable team culture
* Low staff turnover – people join, and they stay
Interested?
Contact Paul Buckingham at Recruit Build, or click the link to submit your CV in confidence and find out more