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An experienced design-led Associate Director or Associate Architect to support concept and design development across a range of sectors regionally and within the Middle East. The role sits at the heart of project teams, combining strong design capability with growing leadership responsibility. The roles are responsible for always achieving excellence in design while representing 10 Design and its design philosophy to the highest quality standard. They are required to act as a primary point of contact to clients and external consultants for all design-related issues. The roles also involve driving the creative direction of the architecture teams, overseeing the coordination with other consultants to ensure an appropriate, high-quality architectural product is delivered on time and within the outlined budget.
Job Responsibility:
Lead concept and schematic design across a range of building typologies, setting clear design direction
Develop compelling design narratives, place-making strategies, and architectural identities
Lead design workshops, internal critiques, and client presentations
Contribute to competitions and bids, shaping design strategies and visual language
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring consistency of design intent across teams
Collaborate closely with technical and delivery leads to manage risk and protect design outcomes
Guide consultant coordination to ensure integrated, high-quality design solutions
Support client relationships and act as a trusted design advisor
Mentor project leaders, architects, and designers, supporting professional development
Foster a design-led culture through critique, guidance, and clear expectations
Assist in resource planning and team structuring alongside studio leadership
Champion design quality through all project stages, including fast-track Middle East delivery models
Review key deliverables to ensure design excellence and technical coordination
Balance creative ambition with programme, budget, and procurement realities
Requirements:
Proven experience as an Associate Design Director or Senior Design Lead
Extensive Middle East experience essential
UK/London experience preferred
Demonstrated leadership across multiple building types (minimum three sectors)
Strong client-facing skills and international consultancy experience
Experience working in a design-led practice on UK or international projects is required
Work on projects in the Middle East is essential
Experience of Technical Design and Construction work stages will also be an advantage
Nice to have:
Experience of Technical Design and Construction work stages