At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-profile international architectural projects and develop long-term client relationships.
- Company: Benoy is a global practice known for combining creativity, innovation, and data-driven insights.
- Benefits: Opportunity to shape the Newark studio and influence its strategic direction.
- Other info: Chartered Architect (ARB/RIBA or equivalent) preferred.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and drive innovation in architecture.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in senior architectural leadership and a passion for design innovation.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Lead, shape and deliver exceptional architecture with Benoy. At Benoy, we combine creativity, innovation, and data-driven insight to shape meaningful places globally. This is an opportunity to:
- Shape the future of our Newark studio, influencing its direction and capability
- Lead high-profile international projects across key sectors
- Act as a design and thought leader, driving innovation and sustainability
- Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary global practice
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Design Director (Architecture) to lead the delivery of major projects across the UK and internationally. This is a pivotal leadership role focused on growing client relationships, winning work, and leading high-performing teams. You will be recognised as a design and thought leader in your sector and contribute to the wider EMEA strategy.
What You’ll Be Doing
Business Development & Clients- Act as a brand ambassador, identifying and converting new opportunities
- Build a strong personal network and sector profile
- Develop long‑term client relationships, leading engagement from opportunity through to delivery
- Travel internationally to support client development and key project interactions
- Lead and elevate design quality across all projects
- Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated design solutions
- Drive innovation through technology, sustainability, and evolving design approaches
- Deliver strong financial performance across your team
- Maintain oversight of fees, scope, programmes, and contractual terms
- Ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to agreed standards
- Support proactive debt management and client accountability
- Lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams
- Empower senior team members to deliver and delegate effectively
- Coach and mentor talent across the studio and wider business
- Role model Benoy’s values and collaborative culture
- Shape the capability and strategic direction of the Newark studio
- Contribute to Benoy’s intellectual property and design thinking
- Ensure effective use of resources and compliance with professional standards
- Take ownership of key project approvals and statutory sign-off
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a senior architectural leadership role
- Strong track record in winning work and developing clients
- Commercial awareness and financial management capability
- Passion for design innovation, sustainability, and emerging technologies
- A collaborative leadership style with a focus on team development
- Chartered Architect (ARB/RIBA or equivalent) preferred
If you’re ready to shape the future of our Newark studio and lead impactful, global architectural projects, we’d love to hear from you.
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