Job Description
Interior Architect (Project Lead)
Central London (Hybrid Working)
Up to £50,000 per annum (DOE)
9:00am – 5:30pm (Flexible Working Offered)
We are working with a highly regarded AJ100 architectural practice, known for its welcoming, collaborative, and positive studio culture, to find a talented Interior Architect to join their London team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual ready to take ownership of projects and play a key role in delivering high-quality interior architecture schemes across workplace environments.
The Role
You will act as a Project Lead, taking responsibility for the day-to-day coordination and successful delivery of interior architecture projects. Working across all RIBA stages, you’ll be involved from initial briefing through to completion, ensuring design intent and quality are maintained throughout.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage interior architecture projects from concept through to handover
* Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors
* Produce and manage RIBA stage reports
* Develop spatial planning and design solutions in response to project briefs
* Prepare detailed specification schedules (lighting, finishes, sanitaryware, joinery)
* Monitor project budgets, resources, and programme timelines
* Lead project meetings and maintain strong client relationships
* Contribute to pitches and proposals, representing the studio professionally
About You
* Proven experience leading interior architecture projects
* Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and standards
* Experience across all RIBA stages, particularly in workplace, CAT A & CAT B fit-out projects
* Confident managing multiple stakeholders and project deliverables
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Proficiency in ArchiCAD is beneficial, but a willingness to learn is essential
What’s on Offer
* Hybrid working: up to 3 days in the studio, 2 days from home (post-probation)
* Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
* Opportunity to join a supportive, people-focused AJ100 practice
* A positive, inclusive studio environment where collaboration is key
* Career development within a respected and growing design team
If you’re looking to join a forward-thinking practice where you can take real ownership of your work while being part of a genuinely supportive culture, we’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with me if this position sounds of interest. I am a consultant at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recruitment.
For more info on this role or to chat about other options call mustard on 0117 2840076. More roles can be found at www.mustardjobs.co.uk/jobs and other snippets at www.mustardjobs.co.uk don't forget we are a recruitment agency and not the end hirer.
About Us?
At mustard, we don’t just recruit we connect people with careers that matter. As a certified B Corp, we’re committed to doing business the right way: balancing profit with purpose, and always putting people and the planet first. That means treating candidates with respect, being upfront about roles, and never wasting your time.
With deep roots in the architecture and design sectors, we know what makes a practice tick and more importantly, what makes a role right for you. You’ll get honest advice, behind the scenes insight, and full support throughout the process. No fluff. No false promises. Just solid recruitment with a conscience.