Job title: 2x Architectural Assistant (Part I or Equivalent) Reporting to: Project Leader of the current project on a day to day basis and ultimately to the Senior Partner We’re looking for a creative and motivated recent architecture graduate or Part 1 Architectural Assistant to join our growing London team full-time. At Darrenn, you’ll be supported, challenged, and encouraged to contribute your ideas from day one. You’ll be involved in the concept design stage, working closely with our multidisciplinary team to bring fresh perspectives and creativity to our projects. This is more than just a first job- it’s a real opportunity to learn, grow, and develop your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment, with the potential to take on greater responsibilities over time. Responsibilities - Prepare, develop and edit, under the guidance of the project leader or nominated architect, drawings, models, images and other documents relating to the design - Seek to understand the design project - Develop, where required, representations of design options for further discussion by the design team - Contribute, or otherwise assist, as required by the Partner, Senior Partner or nominated Architect Qualities & skills required - Able to demonstrate ability to undertake the above responsibilities - Legally able to work in the country in which the position is based - Evidence of a good design understanding e.g. a good design portfolio - Ability to use a variety of media in the development and documentation of a design project - A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to independent, life long learning - Excellent organisational skills - Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information - Self motivated and able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks and in response to direction or instruction - Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team, assisting and supporting team members - Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally - Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently and effectively budget - Evidence of the ability to understand design decisions taken by others Desirable - Ability to use some of the following: MicroStation, Rhino, Revit, PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the group/department may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. There is a requirement for the post holder to recognise this and adopt a flexible approach to work. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organisational needs.
Executive Assistant to the CEO Location: Actoss different sites - 23 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1AA Reports to: CEO Job Summary: The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the CEO of Stanley Ley business and Harris and Zei, ensuring efficient operation and management of the executive office. This role involves managing daily schedules, facilitating communication between the CEO and stakeholders, coordinating meetings, and overseeing special projects to support business initiatives. Key Responsibilities: 1. Administrative Support: 2. - Manage and maintain the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. 3. - Prioritize and respond to emails, phone calls, and other communications on behalf of the CEO. 4. - Prepare meeting agendas, reports, presentations, and correspondence as needed. 5. Meeting Coordination: 6. - Organize, attend, and take minutes during executive meetings. 7. - Coordinate board meetings and prepare necessary materials. 8. - Ensure follow-up on action items from meetings. 9. Communication Liaison: 10. - Serve as the primary point of contact between the CEO, internal teams, and external partners. 11. - Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. 12. - Draft and edit communications for the CEO, including internal memos and external business correspondence. 13. Project Management: 14. - Assist with special projects as assigned by the CEO, including research, data collection, and coordination with other teams. 15. - Track project timelines and progress, ensuring that deadlines are met. 16. Travel and Event Coordination: 17. - Plan and coordinate domestic and international travel, including accommodations, itineraries, and logistics. 18. - Organize corporate events, conferences, and off-site activities for the CEO. 19. Office and Executive Operations: 20. - Develop and implement administrative systems and procedures to enhance office efficiency. 21. - Prepare expense reports and manage budgets for the executive office. 22. - Handle personal tasks for the CEO as required. Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor's degree in Business management, Communications, or a related field preferred. - Experience: 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in a corporate or entrepreneurial setting. - Skills: - - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. - - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - - High level of attention to detail and accuracy. - - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. - - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other productivity tools. - - Strong problem-solving skills and proactive attitude. Attributes: - Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment. - Initiative: Self-starter with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative without direct supervision. - Interpersonal Skills: Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels. Why Join Us? - Be a part of an innovative and growing business. - Work directly with visionary leaders in a dynamic environment. - Opportunity for professional growth and development. Application Process: Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are an ideal fit for this