An award-winning international design practice is seeking an experienced Senior Designer to lead the design and delivery of high-profile hospitality projects, ranging from luxury hotels and resorts to large-scale mixed-use developments.
This is a senior leadership role for a talented architect with exceptional design ability, strong client-facing skills, and a proven track record of delivering complex projects from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping design direction, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring the highest standards of quality across all project phases.
Based on the practice’s London studio, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership and clients to create innovative, commercially successful design solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design development and delivery of mid-size to large-scale hospitality projects
- Establish and maintain the overall design vision throughout all project stages
- Manage and mentor project teams, ensuring quality, consistency, and design excellence
- Develop innovative architectural solutions that meet client objectives and project requirements
- Work closely with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes
- Monitor project progress, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
- Support business development and marketing initiatives when required
- Promote best practice, quality assurance, and technical excellence across project delivery.
Requirements:
- Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- 10-15 years’ experience delivering hospitality architecture projects, including hotels and resorts.
- Professional registration or relevant industry accreditation
- Advanced proficiency in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, SketchUp, and hand sketching
- Strong client management, project leadership, and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and delivering multiple complex projects simultaneously
- The right to live and work in the UK
Benefits:
- Hybrid working – 1 day from home
- Opportunity for occasional remote working (after probation)
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Annual bonus scheme after 1 year, profit share after 2 years
- Additional office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Company sick pay scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
- Interest-free season ticket loan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Complimentary weekly Pilates classes
- Pension scheme with employer contributio
- Life assurance and income protection
- Professional membership and qualification support
- Private health and dental cover
- Eye test and eyewear contributions
About the Practice:
This globally recognised design consultancy specialises in creating world-class hospitality and leisure destinations. With a collaborative and design-led culture, the practice offers the opportunity to work on landmark international projects alongside some of the industry’s most respected architects and designers. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, creativity, and long-term career development.
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