Hayhurst & Co is looking for a Part 2 architectural assistant to join its London studio.
We are currently working on a wide range of exciting projects including one-off homes, community and cultural projects around the UK.
Upon joining, you will be working on a number of projects at various RIBA stages with a focus on one-off homes in the first instance.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability and craftmanship and be curious about the use of materials. They will have excellent communication skills and a desire to contribute to a creative, team-working environment.
Ideally, you should be able to work in a range of media including Revit, Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp and Enscape as well as an ability to make physical models.
Hayhurst & Co is an equal opportunities employer and a member of the London Practice Forum. We are keen to receive applications from a diverse range of candidates and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups. We support career progression with mentoring support, project experience and assistance for Part 3 studies.
Key requirements:
- RIBA Part 2 or equivalent qualification
- a minimum of one year of practice-based experience (either post-part 1 or post-part 2)
- strong design and presentation skills with an interest in materials and the environment
- strong communication skills: able to write clear client-facing emails, confident presenting to small groups, able to articulate and discuss design ideas
- ideally experienced in the use of Vectorworks, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp and Enscape
- ability to work well in a team
- excellent time management, organisation, planning and attention to detail
- ability to think creatively and problem-solve through design
The salary will be within our Part 2 architectural assistant salary range of £32,500.00–£37,000.00 per annum depending on experience, plus company benefits. The role is full-time, studio-based with a start in late-April/early-May.
Please submit a PDF of your CV, portfolio and professional work samples (less than 5 MB, no web links) via the apply for job button below. Please attach a cover letter with the subject line “architectural assistant – your name”. No agencies please.
Deadline for applicants is 5pm Thursday 2 April, 2026. Interviews will commence the following week.
Please send your CV and no more than five pages of A4 illustrating your work by e-mail (PDF maximum 10mb file size).
