Architectural Assistant Part II

Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 (based on skills and experience)

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Contract: Permanent, full time

Benefits: 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, company pension and other benefits.

Are you an ambitious Part 2 Architectural Assistant looking to take the next step in your career?

Join us at Align Property Services and become part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary consultancy delivering meaningful projects across the North of England.

Working alongside Architects, Surveyors and Engineering specialists, you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of projects from housing and education to public and community buildings, while building the experience and support needed to progress towards your Part 3 qualification.

At Align Property Services, we don’t just design buildings, we create spaces that matter. Recently recognised as Regional Energy Consultancy of the Year and Regional New Build Project of the Year at the Northeast Energy Efficiency Awards for our work with Darlington Borough Council, we’re proud to be setting new benchmarks in sustainable design and innovation.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of North Yorkshire Council, we’re one of the largest and most respected building design consultancies in the North of England. Our collaborative, forward thinking team delivers a wide range of services, including:

• Civil, Structural, Highways & Drainage Engineering
• Architecture & Sustainability
• Building Surveying & Project Management
• Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
• Quantity Surveying & CDM
• Transport Planning, Bridges & Estate Management

From small scale surveys to multi-million-pound developments, including schools, fire stations, care homes, and heritage buildings, our projects are as varied as our clients. With a strong and growing pipeline across both public and private sectors, there’s never been a better time to join us.

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the delivery of architectural projects from planning through to construction
• Producing high‑quality planning, building regulations and construction information
• Working collaboratively within a multi‑disciplinary design team
• Assisting on a diverse range of sectors including housing, education and public buildings
• Attending client, design team and site meetings as required
• Developing your skills and experience towards becoming a Lead Consultant and future Part 3 qualification

What We Are Looking For

• RIBA Part I & Part II qualified (or ARB equivalent)
• Experience working as an Architectural Assistant within a UK practice
• A working knowledge of UK planning and building regulations
• Ability to use AutoCAD and Revit, with strong IT and presentation skills
• A collaborative mindset with good communication skills
• A proactive approach, strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn

For a full outline of the role and responsibilities, please read the job description

What we Can Offer You

When you join Align, you will join a team of professionals who feel rewarded for the work they do. Operating in a friendly and professional environment, we want to provide the training and resources to succeed and thrive in your role. Our people are not just numbers, everyone is crucial to the vital services we provide, and we treat everyone in our teams with respect and complete support.

In return for your commitment, we offer:

• A Competitive salary up to £34,000 per year, dependent on your skills and experience.
• Enrolment on to a company pension scheme which we will contribute to up 6%.
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays, with opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional annual leave days per leave year.
• Hybrid working to support you in a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development through varying project work.
• A benefits scheme which includes a good maternity leave package, cycle2work scheme and our online voucher portal giving access to discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
• Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Counselling Service.
• Stability in your role - public sector security in a private sector industry.

If you’re motivated, proactive and keen to work in a supportive environment where learning and development are encouraged, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

We’re looking for someone who thrives on challenge, brings fresh thinking, and is committed to continuous professional development. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on the places where people live, learn, and work, this is your opportunity!

Please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Danielle McDowell (Resourcing Specialist) at [email protected]

Submitting a short portfolio up to 10 pages would be an advantage. Please ensure that you do not include links to external websites or downloads due to security restrictions.

To discuss this position in more detail, or for any other questions, please get in touch with Danielle on 07977743718.

Closing date: Midnight on Monday 25 th of May 2026

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advert live period and early interviews mat take place before the close date. If you would like to apply, please do so now and we will respond to you quickly. We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

Please note, we do not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK