We are hiring - Part 2 Architectural Assistant
✨Join us at Studio Manifest✨
We’re seeking an ambitious Part 2 Architectural Assistant to significantly amplify our team's capacity. You’ll take a leading role in technical delivery, drive internal innovation, and act as a confident external studio communicator. If you possess maturity, gravitas, and are ready for a defining challenge in shaping a thought-leading practice, take a look at the full job description below.
About us
Studio Manifest is a London-based practice specialising in design, architecture, and construction. Our mission is to transform access to energy-efficient architecture. We want to build more energy-efficient homes at a more affordable price. We prioritise natural, local, and low-energy materials, work to Active House standards, and are constantly innovating through our own research and ongoing collaborations with higher education institutions.
We’re looking to strengthen our already highly efficient team by bringing in someone who can expand our capacity and contribute far beyond drawing production. We want a key individual who brings energy, curiosity, and a genuine desire to improve professional practice as we continue to establish ourselves as thought leaders within the industry.
The role
We are seeking a highly talented and experienced Part 2 Architectural Graduate. This is a role for someone who wants to challenge themselves; we need a proactive individual who is excited to help shape a growing practice, bring their own expertise to the business, and meaningfully amplify our collective capacity.
We are looking for someone who embodies the ethos of Studio Manifest, someone who believes in building better, more sustainable homes, and who sees architecture as a tool for social, environmental, and economic impact. You will play a leading role not only in project delivery but also in business development, thought leadership, and our active research agenda. This includes shaping internal standards, and acting as a confident external communicator who can represent the studio with clarity and purpose. This position is suited to an individual with maturity, gravitas, and ambition.
The core tasks will include:
Lead the development of detailed technical packages (RIBA Stage 3 & 4), including coordinating with structural and M&E engineers.
Prepare and submit Building Regulations and planning applications.
Undertake site surveys and produce accurate existing and proposed drawings.
Develop designs from concept through construction, ensuring alignment with Passivhaus principles and low-carbon material strategies.
Visit sites to monitor construction progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with design specifications.
Play a key role in improving business efficiency.
Contribute to ongoing internal research into sustainable and affordable construction methods.
Work closely with Architects to prepare and deliver client presentations and design pitches.
The candidate
Our values, to Be Open, Collaborate Generously, Push Boundaries, and Enjoy the Ride, are intrinsic to everything we do. We seek a Part 2 graduate who aligns with these and possesses proven delivery skills.
Essential Requirements & Attributes:
Part 2 qualification in Architecture (MArch or equivalent).
Strong, demonstrable proficiency in Revit (BIM). Experience using Revit to produce comprehensive technical detailing (RIBA Stage 4) is essential.
A strong portfolio, ideally showcasing housing schemes and detailed technical resolution.
Excellent working knowledge of UK Building Regulations and the planning application process.
Confidence working within the Adobe Suite.
Happy working in a fast-paced environment.
A self-starter and problem solver who takes ownership and is not afraid to challenge the status quo.
Highly collaborative team player with superb attention to detail.
A genuine interest in sustainable and energy-efficient design.
Confident in contributing to the studio’s marketing and social media presence, with a good eye for engaging visuals.
Why work with us
We know that our people are what make us. We operate an inclusive hiring policy and want to work with a diverse range of people - because that’s what drives diversity of thought, good problem solving and ultimately innovation.
We also want people to have time to be engaged in the world around them, so they can bring new ideas and inspiration into what we do. We promote a healthy working culture and offer flexible working. You know how you work best, and we trust you to decide how to meet our shared goals.
Alongside a range of benefits, we pay competitive salaries that are reviewed twice annually. We also run a learning and development programme that helps you establish and work towards your personal career goals, providing the framework to become a future leader. We are also open to supporting you through your Part 3 studies in the future.
We are looking for someone who wants to have a tangible impact on the future of housing and thrive in an environment where innovation is mandatory, not optional.
Applying for this role
Applicants should send a cover letter along with their CV and work examples, outlining why they would like to work at Studio Manifest and why they would be ideal for the role, to info@studiomanifest.co.uk
Competitive salaries defined subject to experience. Deadline for applications 09/01/2026, however we operate a continuous review process, meaning we will be assessing applications as they arrive throughout the hiring period. If you are a stand-out candidate, we may contact you for an interview well before the closing date, so we highly recommend applying early.
