Associate Director in Epsom

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 allocation
• Play an integral role in expanding and developing the office (currently a team of 15)
• Develop, maintain, and expand client relationships and frameworks
• Lead key client commissions and frameworks, ensuring successful project delivery
• Work closely with other senior management team members to coordinate business development initiatives
• Lead projects teams across different sectors from inception to completion
• Help shape and grow the practice’s presence
• Contribute to the firm’s strategic direction, defining the practice vision and growth

Associate Director Job Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage resources and drive team performance
• A commercially astute individual with the ability to identify new revenue opportunities and maximise existing client relationships
• Strong networking skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• Excellent financial acumen, including a solid understanding of fee management and cost control
• Desire to become an Equity Partner of the firm
• Good knowledge of Revit
• Ability to help, lead and manage an Architectural practice of circa 15 staff

Associate Director Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary 80,000 – 90,000 DOE
• Opportunity to progress quickly into Equity Partner of the business
• Opportunity to continue the growth and development of a profitable partnership
• Flexible hours and potential for hybrid working
• Healthcare
• Pension
• Other company benefits to be discussed at interview stage