Practice Manager for Research Led Architects

A progressive, research led London architecture practice is looking to hire a Practice Manager. The company are known for their strong ethical stance and employee focus.

The ideal person for this role will have previous experience as a Practice Manager, or be an Office Manager looking for their next step. Experience working within the architecture or related industries is essential. The role covers operational functions including human resources and facilities management, health and safety, overseeing front of house staff, support to Directors and senior staff as well as other practice wide duties.

Human resources:

• identify recruitment needs and coordinate employee lifecycle from hiring, induction, review, training and development, benefits and remuneration
• liaise with external advisors to ensure compliance in all the above, including updates of policies and procedures and communicating to staff
• budget management of the above
• coordinate social and educational staff activities
• support the directors with legal matters arising as required

Premises and systems management:

• keep studio systems fit for purpose, user friendly and up to date - reviewing and improving where necessary and ensuring staff are utilising appropriately and effectively, including, but not limited to: non-CAD software; network filing; project directories; email management; contacts database; (physical) archive; templates; technical and sample libraries and membership of relevant professional bodies
• coordinate and minute meetings and forums as required, and ensure actions are followed up
• ensure high standard of front of house presence and systems are consistently in place
• ensure that all necessary Health and Safety inspections are performed, and that the studio adheres to any statutory requirements
• budget management of the above

Please apply without delay to Amy Welch, Creative Support Consultant