People & Culture Manager – Build Something That Lasts London | Hybrid (3 days studio / 2 days WFH) | Circa £55,000 to 65,000 base bonus potential Are you ready to help shape the future of a fantastic design studio… not just its projects, but its people? One of London’s premier architectural studios, known for delivering some of the world’s most complex and high-profile projects, is looking for someone special. Not just another HR Manager… Not just someone to tick boxes or file policies… We’re looking for a People & Culture builder. Someone who thrives on bringing humanity, energy, and structure into growing creative teams. This is a very unique opportunity to shape a new People & Culture function from the ground up… creating the kind of culture where people feel heard, supported, challenged, and inspired. You’ll sit at the leadership table, work directly with Directors, and be the go-to person for all things people…growth, development, retention, and culture. Our client does not expect perfection. Rather, we’re looking for someone who brings… A can-do attitude and emotional intelligence Curiosity, pragmatism, and common sense A passion for professional and personal development A natural way with people… you’re the kind of person staff feel comfortable turning to What You'll Be Doing: Define and embed a culture rooted in empathy, trust, and shared purpose Support staff growth through PDPs, internal training, and one-to-ones Help refine HR processes and structures for a growing business Collaborate with Directors and external advisors to manage employment matters sensibly and strategically Be a visible, approachable presence in the studio… someone staff can lean on The studio already has some strong foundations in place; established HR systems (Sage, HREScape), access to external legal and HR consultants, and a deeply engaged leadership team. What’s missing is you…. someone to connect the dots, shape the culture, and make it sustainable. You Might Be… A People & Culture Advisor ready to step up A Generalist HR professional looking to move into something more values-led and people-focused A People-first recruiter or L&D professional excited to go in-house Someone that is equal parts culture-shaper and process-builder Experience within creative industries (especially architecture or design) is likely to be a key factor, as is a connection to relevant HR forums or peer groups within the sector. Why This Role? You’ll be joining a respected and renowned practice that is serious about investing in its people. The team is 70 strong and growing, with a hybrid setup (3 days in studio, 2 from home), and a flat structure that values collaboration over hierarchy. This is more than a job…. It’s a chance to shape the next chapter of a globally recognised studio…and make a lasting impact on the people behind the work. Ready to help build a culture people want to be part of? We’d love to hear from you.