At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and realise large-scale luxury retail projects with a creative team.
- Company: Sybarite, a global design agency redefining luxury retail and hospitality.
- Benefits: Join a dynamic studio with opportunities for personal development and creativity.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on adaptability and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make your mark on innovative projects in a vibrant London studio.
- Qualifications: Minimum eight years in luxury design with strong visual storytelling skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 80000 £ per year.
Sybarite is hiring a senior architect/senior designer to join its team in London. Sybarite are looking for a highly creative and talented senior architect/senior designer to work on large-scale luxury retail projects. Based in our new Bankside Studio in the central location of Blackfriars, with the Thames as a backdrop, you will work within a multidisciplinary project team to design and realise projects for the most innovative retail operators in the world.
About the role
Sybarite is seeking candidates who are passionate in design and keen to collaborate on key mixed-use projects. This is a key role within the project team that will focus on architecture and base build on large-scale luxury retail projects (ranging from 150,000-800,000 sqm) from concept design to completion. As a key team member, you will balance design, technical ability and efficiency to deliver cohesive architectural projects that are aesthetically innovative and technically feasible.
About you:
- Minimum eight years of luxury design experience delivering mixed-use projects globally
- Strong visual storytelling skills, naturally igniting great rapport and adapting style to all levels
- Superb knowledge of materials and finishes, confidently take responsibility from concept to completion
- Proficiency in generating drawing tender packages
- Able to confidently take responsibility in leading CD, SD and DD package delivery programming resources and workload
- Competence in annotating construction drawing packs from contractors and third parties
- Able to confidently assist the associate in the design and production of interior or architectural projects within the office
- Manage and mentor a small group, leading and motivating them towards deadlines
- Consider the relationship between creativity and technical design as fluid
- Experience leasing with subcontractors
- Collaborative with other disciplines such as interior, installation and branding
- Expert level knowledge of Rhino and AutoCAD required (visualisation/ FF and E delivery expertise preferred), knowledge of Revit preferred
- Previous experience working for an international firm
- Good communication skills and presentation skills
Sybarite is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and make employment decisions based solely on business needs, role requirements and an individual’s qualifications, skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Company landscapes are constantly evolving. As such, the job descriptions and role expectations for each position are not set in stone. They are reviewed and updated regularly to align with the changing requirements and strategic goals of the business. This flexibility allows us to adapt to new challenges and opportunities, ensuring that our team remains agile and responsive. We value adaptability and encourage our employees to embrace change as part of their professional growth and contribution to the company’s success.
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Senior architect/senior designer in London employer: Sybarite
Sybarite is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture in the heart of London. With a focus on large-scale luxury retail projects, employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth and mentorship, while being part of a creative team that values innovation and technical excellence. The vibrant location not only enhances the work experience but also provides access to a wealth of cultural and professional resources, making it an ideal place for passionate architects to thrive.
