Business Development Specialist

From Architecture to Recruitment – Use Your Industry Knowledge to Accelerate Your Career

Are you currently working in business development, bids, or client engagement within an architecture or design studio? Or perhaps you’ve trained or worked as an architect, but found your strengths lie more in people, pitching, and commercial thinking?

If you enjoy building relationships, securing new opportunities, and driving growth—but feel capped in your current role—then recruitment could be the smart next step.

At Haus Careers, we’re a specialist recruitment agency for architecture and design professionals. We're looking for ambitious individuals who understand the industry, enjoy fast-paced work, and want to build a rewarding career in recruitment.

Why Recruitment?

• Leverage Your Industry Insight – Your understanding of how architecture and design firms operate gives you a head start in recruitment for the industry.
• Uncapped Earning Potential – Competitive base salary plus commission; top consultants earn six figures.
• Clear, Rapid Career Progression – We promote based on results, not years of service.
• Stay in the Industry You Know – Work with leading studios and developers.
• Sociable, Driven Team – Join our supportive, high-energy office in Blackfriars, with regular socials and team incentives.
• Hybrid Working – Enjoy a mix of remote and in-office work (1 day WFH).
• No Recruitment Experience Needed – We’ll train you in everything you need, from candidate sourcing to closing deals.

Who This Role Suits:

• Architectural or Design Background – Whether you’ve worked as an architect, in client development, or on bids, your experience is highly relevant.
• Commercially Minded – You enjoy targets, negotiations, and the buzz of winning new business.
• Great with People – You’re confident, articulate, and enjoy building relationships.
• Ambitious and Results-Driven – You want more responsibility, more growth, and more reward.
• Natural Networker – You’re curious, proactive, and always spotting opportunities.

If you’ve ever thought, “I love the industry, but I want a more dynamic, commercial role,” then this could be the perfect move.

Apply now to learn more and take the next step in a high-earning, people-focused career—without leaving the world of architecture and design behind.