Workplace Strategist (Project Director/Associate Director)

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02nd April, 2026

Workplace Strategist (Project Director / Associate Director level)
Sector: Design Consultancy
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 DOE
Location: London
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, Mon - Thu in office

Are you a visionary leader at the intersection of human behaviour, data, and design? A premier global architectural practice is seeking a high-calibre

Workplace Strategist at Associate Director or Project Director level to lead our London interiors team. This is a pivotal role within a 300-strong studio, designed for a strategic thinker who can navigate the complexities of high-profile corporate, banking, and legal environments.

In a world where the "office" is being redefined, you will be the lead advisor to C-suite clients, helping them translate organizational culture into high-performance spatial environments.

The Role: From Vision to Validation

As a senior leader, your focus will be on the critical early stages of the design lifecycle (RIBA Stages 1-3). You won't just be managing projects; you will be defining the future of work for some of the world's most influential brands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Briefing: Lead complex workplace consultancy engagements, including occupancy analysis, sensor data interpretation, and stakeholder interviews.
• Design Direction: Champion the "Workplace Narrative," ensuring that early-stage concepts (RIBA 1-2) are grounded in data and aligned with the client's business goals.
• Client Leadership: Act as the primary point of contact for banking and legal clients, facilitating high-stakes visioning workshops and steering committee presentations.
• Team Mentorship: Oversee a multidisciplinary team of designers and strategists, fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and professional growth.
• Business Growth: Support the interiors leadership in business development, contributing to pitches and identifying emerging trends in the London commercial market.

Requirements:
We are looking for a hybrid professional-part researcher, part designer, and part business consultant.

• Education: Degree qualified in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related strategic field.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years in workplace/commercial interiors, with a proven track record in the Banking, Legal, or Professional Services sectors.
• Technical Savvy: Intermediate proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD is required to oversee team workflows and spatial coordination.
• Analytical Mindset: Experience using data visualization or workplace analytics tools to support design decisions.
• Communication: Exceptional presentation skills; the ability to articulate complex spatial strategies to non-designer audiences (CFOs, HR Directors, COOs).

Why Join Our Client?

This role offers a unique trajectory into Senior Leadership within a global brand. You will work on landmark London projects that set the benchmark for neurodiversity, wellness (WELL), and sustainability (BREEAM) in the workplace.