POD Architects is an award-winning practice with a focus on residential mixed-use projects and the retail/hospitality sector.

The social responsibility of POD Architects is in believing that architecture can create better places, that architecture can affect society, and that it can have a vital role in making places civilised by making a community more liveable.

Many of the project’s POD are involved in feature strategically important sites and we treat the design of each as a collaborative effort working with clients, local authorities with many in-house design reviews.

We strive to create a working environment that is both collaborative and enriching.

POD Architects is looking for a technically focussed Architect to join our growing team in London.
The role will involve working on a variety of projects, from design development and planning packages through to technical information.
We are seeking an Architect to work closely with the directors to:
  • Deliver high-quality design
  • Coordinate with design teams
  • Promote the values and reputation of the practice
You will:
  • Support a team of Architects and Architectural assistants
  • Contribute to the delivery of high-quality design projects
  • Play a role in shaping the creative direction of the practice
  • Help your team meeting project milestones and goals
Skills and experience:
  • Qualified architect with a minimum of four years’ professional experience across all RIBA stages
  • Experience in residential design and delivery
  • Confident working with wider consultant teams
  • Organised, proactive, and confident communicator
  • Proficient in Revit, with practical project experience
  • Competent in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop and InDesign)
  • Excellent written and spoken English
Benefits and culture (following completion of probation period):
  • Flexible working hours
  • Emphasis on work-life balance, including site visits and precedent study trips
  • Annual summer trip
  • Annual Christmas party
  • Regular team social events throughout the year
  • RIBA pension scheme
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Early finish on Fridays
How to apply:
Please submit your CV, portfolio and a short introduction including answers to the following:
  1. Years of experience working in Architecture
  2. Years of experience using Revit in practice
  3. Qualifications
  4. Salary expectations
  5. Availability

Please submit applications to recruitment@pod-architects.com

POD are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes a range of talented and enthusiastic architects into our team based in central London.

While our dress code is casual, we push for perfection ­maintaining our ‘large International practice principles with small practice personality’. We’re a tight-knit team continuing to grow – if you’re interested in applying for the vacancies available, please send your CV, portfolio and an introduction about yourself to our Studio Manager: Laura Pargeter

recruitment@pod-architects.com