Office Executive / Administrator
Would you like to be part of an employee-owned, multi award-winning architecture practice whose desire is to make spaces and places that improve lives?
We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in London, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow, Plymouth, Belfast and Dublin. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge and skills. Ranked as one of the top 20 largest practices in the UK this year, other recent accolades include:
AJ100 List of UK’s Top Architectural Practices 2025
Best Companies Top 10 Best Mid-Sized Companies to work for 2025
Shortlisted, AJ100 Awards – Employer of the Year 2025
Shortlisted, Architect of Year Awards – Social Value Architect of the Year 2025
Shortlisted, Architect of Year Awards – Employer of the Year 2025
Highly Commended, MMC Awards – Architectural Practice of the Year 2025
We’re looking for an enthusiastic Office Executive/Administrator to work closely with our Studio Director and team in Glasgow to provide a mix of facilities management, front of house duties and general administrative support. This is a varied role where you will have a broad range of responsibilities and the opportunity to make a big impact on our Glasgow Studio. We’re looking for someone who will assist with the smooth day-to-day running of our Studio; from, ordering supplies, planning staff engagement events, to dealing professionally with our clients. You’ll help our employees feel supported and act as the go to person for all things Studio related.
This is a rewarding role, perfect for someone who enjoys taking initiative, loves variety, can juggle tasks and solve problems. You’ll have scope to make a real impact on how we do things and be part of a larger team spanning across our 7 studios.
Skills and experience:
Able to work on own initiative, plan and manage a varied workload to tight deadlines
Have strong administrative support skills, working with care and attention
Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals, compare perspectives and recognise the feelings of others
Professional with a friendly, positive and helpful manner, working co-operatively with others towards achieving a shared goal
Enjoy listening to others, analysing information and situations and problem solving
Microsoft office proficient
Equivalent of 3 years relevant experience
We offer a friendly studio environment, an award-winning lifestyle package, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. We are also an Employee Owned Trust, which means our employees have a sense of ownership, a say in our direction and are rewarded for the part they play in our future success.
Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities, creating an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode please contact our HR team for assistance.
If you think this role could be for you, please send your CV and examples of your work.
Those shortlisted will be contacted.
HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
- Department
- Admin Support
- Role
- Studio Executive / Administrator
- Locations
- Glasgow
Glasgow
About HLM Architects
For more than half a century HLM has delivered socially responsible, thoughtfully designed, transformative places. Ambitious to our core, we’re always driven to do more. More for our communities, our planet, and each other.