Architect

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Architect to support our growing portfolio of property and HMO projects. You will be working across a variety of schemes, from communal accommodation and HMOs to private investors. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong understanding of property compliance, coordination of surveys and drawings, and regular liaison with stakeholders and consultants.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Property & Project Management:

• Review licences, email trails, and documentation to understand current issues and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with investors
• Liaise with the construction department.
• Manage project progress for multiple schemes

Drawings & Floor Plans:

• Update inaccurate or missing floor plans,
• Coordinate outsourced full-measure surveys and produce or review "existing" drawings in preparation for construction packs.

Compliance & Coordination:

• Ensure all documentation and plans reflect current layouts and uses.
• Arrange and track key surveys: asbestos, drainage, building control, build-over agreements.
• Update and monitor boards to reflect current project statuses.

Stakeholder Updates:

• Keep internal folders and spreadsheets updated with latest data.
• Support ongoing feasibility studies and issue resolution for private clients and investor-led projects.

Industry Standards & CPD:

• Stay up to date with HMO standards, housing regulations, and local authority requirements.
• Proactively seek continuous improvement in systems, knowledge, and documentation.

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven experience in property coordination, architecture, housing compliance, or construction admin.
• Ability to read and update architectural drawings
• Strong organisational skills with experience managing multiple projects at once.
• Experience arranging technical surveys and managing external consultants.
• Knowledge of HMO licensing and local authority compliance.
• Familiarity with UK building control processes and feasibility assessments.
• Experience with London LAs in relation to HMOs, temporary accommodation and rental properties
• Professional architectural license.
• Experience with residential properties, loft extensions and kitchen extensions, especially with permitted development
• In-depth knowledge of HMO regulations, building codes, and standards.
• Proficiency in architectural design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when necessary.
• Experience in sustainable design practices (preferred).
• Certification in HMO compliance or related field (preferred).
• Working on own initiative without close supervision and as part of a team
• Work flexibly to meet the varying demands of the role in order to achieve agreed outcomes.

Benefits

• 23 days leave, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday days for long service - up to 30 days
• Celebration of tenure
• 3 years £500
• 5 years £1000
• 10 years £5000
• Private health insurance with Vitality
• Birthday off
• One well-being day off per year
• Maternity/Paternity Pay
• Pension schemes increase - after 2 years.
• £500 referral scheme for staff who refer a new employee, paid upon passing probation.
• Company payday lunch
• Daily fresh fruit

Stef & Philips is built on acceptance, respect, and inclusion, where everyone feels that they belong and can make a meaningful contribution. We encourage applicants regardless of religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family, or parental status. If you need any assistance or accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We'd be delighted if you tick off all our boxes, but we also believe it's just as important we tick all of yours. If you think you have most of what we're looking for but not everything, go ahead and apply. We'd still love to hear from you!