Bennett & Game are delighted to represent a well-established, reputable Architectural Practice based in Epsom who are currently seeking an ambitious Associate Director to join their expanding team. This is a unique and exceptional opportunity to obtain shares and progress within an established business, placing the successful candidate at the forefront of a thriving and growing office. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to make a lasting impact and legacy within an already successful Architectural Practice. If you are a driven, commercially aware Architect and eager to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and growing business, we encourage you to apply. Our client have been established for over 40 years, building and maintaining excellent relationships with their clients leading to around 80% of projects being from these repeat clients. They work in a variety of different sectors primarily covering Commercial, Science, Leisure, Healthcare and Education projects. They have a passion and drive for delivering quality and sustainable designs. Projects typically are anything up to around £10m in value. Associate Director Job Overview Oversee daily operations across various departments, ensuring efficiency and optimal resource allocationPlay an integral role in expanding and developing the office (currently a team of 15)Develop, maintain, and expand client relationships and frameworksLead key client commissions and frameworks, ensuring successful project deliveryWork closely with other senior management team members to coordinate business development initiativesLead projects teams across different sectors from inception to completionHelp shape and grow the practices presenceContribute to the firms strategic direction, defining the practice vision and growth Associate Director Job Requirements Demonstrated ability to lead, manage resources and drive team performanceA commercially astute individual with the ability to identify new revenue opportunities and maximise existing client relationshipsStrong networking skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationshipsExcellent financial acumen, including a solid understanding of fee management and cost controlDesire to become an Equity Partner of the firmGood knowledge of RevitAbility to help, lead and manage an Architectural practice of circa 15 staff Associate Director Salary & Benefits Competitive salary £80,000 - £90,000 DOEOpportunity to progress quickly into Equity Partner of the businessOpportunity to continue the growth and development of a profitable partnershipFlexible hours and potential for hybrid workingHealthcarePensionOther company benefits to be discussed at interview stage Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.