Work with us

Life in our studios

It’s our people and our values that are at the core of our practice. As a team of friendly and sociable creatives, everyone brings something unique to our culture. The practice offers much to it’s valued staff including academic fee payments, a superb CPD and lunch & learn calendar, enhanced benefits, healthcare, professional memberships and more.

Our (unrivalled) Christmas parties, extended Christmas break, and summer Away Days are an intrinsic part of our year. Monthly breakfast mornings allow us to showcase our work, share our personal achievements, or get us out into our cities for project tours or gallery visits – all with breakfast of course!

Our offices are all situated in the heart of each cities’ vibrant social scenes.

Click here to find out more about practice culture.

Current Vacancies

Newly Qualified Architect

Oxford Studio

We’re looking for a newly qualified Architect to join our Oxford Studio:

ARB Registered
Strong design and organisational skills with the ability to work independently on packages and assist with project coordination.
Revit experience is advantageous however, training will be provided
Good technical knowledge and understanding of construction detailing.
Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements
Experience liaising with clients and consultants in a professional capacity
Some site experience, ideally assisting with inspections or reporting.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and take ownership of specific work packages.
Experience using AutoCAD, and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite desirable.
Familiarity with visualisation tools such as Enscape or TwinMotion is helpful.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Part II Architectural Assistant

Oxford Studio

We need a Part II Assistant for our Oxford Studio and we’re looking for:

Good levels of Revit experience is advantageous, however, training will be provided
Knowledge of statutory & regulatory requirements
An excellent design sense, organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to liaise directly with clients in a professional manner
Site experience is highly desirable
Good technical skills (Experience using Adobe
Creative Suite is desirable but not essential)
Knowledge of AutoCAD
Experience of visualisation software such as Enscape and TwinMotion would be helpful

All of our advertised positions require an ability to work independently with a good attitude, excellent communication skills and great commitment.

For any of the roles advertised above, please visit our applications page and upload your cover letter, CV and portfolio via the Apply button below.

Don’t forget to specify which role you are applying for in your cover letter.

We are an equal opportunities employer; committed to diversity and inclusion for all.

All candidates MUST be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work permanently in the UK.

If you do not currently have the right to work in the UK, unfortunately we cannot process your application.

Strictly no agencies

Work Experience

Associated Architects are able to offer a small number of work experience placements each year to post-GCSE pupils and undergraduate architecture students.

Post-GCSE pupils (Year 11, 12, or 13): We offer a one-week programme in June in our Birmingham office. The week will involve a series of workshops and activities to introduce you to architecture.

2025 Applications are now closed.

2026: Exact programme dates will be confirmed in early 2026.

Applications will open in February and close in March.

Sign up to be notified when applications open here.

If you have any questions please contact:
workplacement@associated-architects.co.uk.

University students: We work with a number of Schools of Architecture to accommodate short placements (1-2 weeks).

Please contact your university or email recruitment@associated-architects.co.uk.