Associate Director – Business Development for Healthcare Projects (Architecture)

This is a unique opportunity to join a renowned architectural firm with a rich heritage, specialising in healthcare, life sciences, and higher education.

The Opportunity

As an Associate Director, you’ll help win new work and lead on business development alongside the practice leaders. Proven experience winning work within the healthcare, science and/or labs sectors is essential. Applicants must have experience as an Architect within the UK

Your Role:

As Associate Director, you will:

• Business Development: Lead project bidding, acquisition, and delivery, maintaining professional standards
• Client Management: Nurture existing business relationships with the practices client base
• Lead Projects: Oversee multiple projects from concept to completion, ensuring design and technical excellence
• Strategic Growth: Collaborate with the leadership team to enhance the practice’s reputation and expand its client network
• Team Leadership: Mentor and motivate teams, fostering a positive and inclusive working environment
• Operational Management: Streamline processes, manage workflows, and oversee resource allocation for project success
• Sustainability: Have a passion for sustainable design and be up to date with current methodologies and processes

About You

We’re looking for an architect with:

• ARB Registration and over 10 years of leadership experience in healthcare, life sciences, or higher education sectors
• Proven experience winning new work within the above sectors
• A passion for high-quality, sustainable design that enhances communities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire and lead teams
• Commercial and strategic thinking, with confidence to bring forward ideas and improvements
• Established industry connections and the ability to build long-term client relationships
• The right to live and work in the UK

Why Join?

This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to influence a practice with a stellar reputation and contribute to meaningful projects. Benefits include:

• A competitive salary of £65,000–£85,000, depending on experience
• The chance to work with an award-winning team on impactful projects across the UK.
• A supportive, collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation
• 1-2 days working from home
• Clear career progression opportunities, making this an excellent route to Directorship
• The chance to work with a practice dedicated to user-centered design, innovation, and sustainability.