Business Development and Marketing Manager – Shape the Future of a Leading Ethical Architecture Practice

About the Studio
A RIBA-chartered architectural practice based in East London is seeking a skilled Business Development and Marketing Manager to join their growing team. Known for creating extraordinary spaces that enhance everyday life, this design studio is driven by the belief that architecture should make a positive social and environmental impact. Their approach is a blend of ethical, playful, and pragmatic design, ensuring their projects tell meaningful stories while delivering high-quality outcomes.

With a strong client base that believes in the power of design to strengthen their brand and achieve ambitious goals, this practice excels at tailoring its process to meet the unique needs of each project. Their work culture is focused on providing an engaging, collaborative experience where informed decisions can be made with confidence.

About the Role
As the Business Development and Marketing Manager, you will be a vital force in driving the studio’s growth and market presence, both in the UK and internationally. Working closely with the leadership team, you will develop a strategic sales and marketing plan, identifying opportunities to expand the studio’s influence and secure new business. The ideal candidate will be inquisitive, driven, and professional, with a proven ability to work autonomously and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and generate new business opportunities through thorough market research and strategic analysis.
Understand and communicate the studio’s values, goals, and unique selling points to potential clients.
Build and maintain strong, lasting client relationships, while exploring new avenues for business growth.
Support directors in writing fee proposals and developing pitch materials.
Create engaging and consistent marketing content across digital and print, including bid documents, mailouts, and presentations.
Organize and attend networking events to increase the studio’s visibility in the industry.
Lead the development and management of a CRM system to track opportunities and client engagement.
Collaborate on marketing strategy with leadership and manage partnerships with external agencies for press and award submissions.
Manage the studio’s digital presence, driving content for social media and ensuring consistency in brand messaging.
Research speaking opportunities for leadership at industry events and conferences.

About You
You are a proactive and experienced professional with a background in business development and marketing in the architecture or design industry. You are passionate about architecture’s ability to make a social and environmental impact, and you thrive in creative, fast-paced environments. Your communication skills allow you to build rapport easily with clients and colleagues, and you excel at creating and managing strategic growth initiatives.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience in business development and marketing within the architecture, design, or related fields.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office; knowledge of Affinity is a plus.
Strong client relationship management skills and the ability to translate the studio’s ethos into winning business strategies.
A clear understanding of UK market trends and opportunities within the architecture industry.
Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and flexibility.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an eye for detail in creating compelling marketing content.

Benefits
This studio values its people and strives to provide a nurturing, creative, and collaborative environment. They understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a variety of benefits, including:

Work-from-home flexibility (except Mondays) and options for working abroad.
Flexible working hours (core hours from 10 am to 4 pm).
Early finish Fridays in August and studio closure over the Christmas period.
Sabbatical leave for long service, plus regular studio lunches and an annual European city trip.
Bike2Work and tech schemes for purchasing discounted equipment.
RIBA pension scheme and the opportunity to participate in mentorship through RIBA Ambassadors.

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