JA Projects

LATEST INTERNAL BLOG

Join our Team: Part 2 Architectural Assistant

 
 
 
 

JA Projects is looking to recruit an experienced Part 2 Architect to join our growing studio.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in practice and should have a keen interest in public-facing projects across the board and the cultural sector. We’re looking for someone who will enjoy working within a start-up culture, helping to grow the size and reputation of the practice. 

Founded by Jayden Ali, JA Projects is a London- and New York-based architecture and urban design studio delivering large-scale mixed-use development, housing, estate regeneration, and masterplanning alongside internationally recognised cultural projects. The practice combines technical rigour with a strong social and cultural agenda, shaping cities as well as experiences.

The successful candidate will be involved across all projects and across all stages of the architectural process.

We’d love to hear from anyone who thinks this is for them, but please be mindful of the ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE listed below.

JA Projects is an equal opportunities employer and believes the composition of those designing our world should be representative of the diversity of those living in it. As such, we especially welcome applicants of colour and those from traditionally under-represented backgrounds - please spread the word!

Essential Experience

  • Minimum 2 yr post RIBA Part 2 

  • Excellent design, presentation and graphics skills (must be able to freehand draw).

  • Confident communicator with a good meeting presence 

  • RIBA Stage 4 Experience (and ability to produce technical drawings).

  • Good understanding of construction details.

  • Attention to detail and practical problem solving.

  • Confidence in authoring reports and other written documents.

  • Strong organisational skills.

  • Ability to take initiative in response to a direction.

  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team.

  • A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to independent learning.

  • Calm under pressure.

  • Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite (PS, INDD, AI)

  • Experienced in Vectorworks, Rhino, SketchUp (or other similar CAD software - please declare on CV)

  • Have the Right To Work in the UK.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience leading design-oriented projects (even small)

  • Work with cultural institutions.

  • Work with Local Authorities and/or public/third sector clients.

  • Interest in decarbonising.

  • Interest in decolonising. 

Particulars

  • Start date: February 2026

  • Working arrangement: 4–5 days/week

  • Salary: £28,712–£35,093

Application Requirements

Please send the following documents to jobs@ja-projects.com with the subject reference ‘Part 2 Application_NAME_JAN 2026’

Please note that applications sent to any email address or platform other than the designated one will be disregarded.

  • CV (2 pages max)

  • Portfolio of selected works and description of the role (considering the essential experience outlined above) (not exceeding 10MB) (not exceeding 6 pages)

  • We transfer link to an approximately 2-minute video as to why you want to join the practice and what you think you’ll bring

DEADLINE: Sunday 18th Jan 

FIRST ROUND ONLINE INTERVIEWS: week commencing Mon 19th Jan

—

As we are a small practice with limited capacity, we regret that we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants; however, we really appreciate your interest. Thank You.

 
Jayden Ali