The team enjoying a CPD trip to learn about lime plaster
As a member of our Architectural team, you will get the opportunity to work with other talented designers on some of the finest residential schemes in the country. Whether working on traditional or contemporary building designs, we are passionate about quality, detail and craftsmanship.
Our studio environment welcomes collaboration and healthy debate about work at all stages. We take a high proportion of our projects from initial sketch design all the way through to completion, so you will have the opportunity to see your work realised.
Just ninety minutes from London, our offices are located in the centre of Cirencester, the historic capital of the Cotswolds. Many people choose to relocate to this vibrant market town or to the surrounding villages and countryside when they join us. Others opt to commute from around the region (Cheltenham, Gloucester, Oxford, Wiltshire, Bristol, Bath and Herefordshire).
Success is, of course, to be shared. We offer competitive rates of pay and additional benefits including a generous profit-share scheme. There is a structured progression process which provides opportunities for long term advancement.
Our stable team, with a third of our employees having worked for the Practice for more than ten years, is testament to the quality of life at Yiangou Architects.
We take the development of student talent very seriously, and look to get new recruits engaged and productive on projects as soon as they arrive. Many students come back several times during their education, working with us during holidays as well as during their placement years.
The Practice prides itself on its management style and professionalism, with a strong administrative team available to support the architectural staff. We have dedicated HR, Finance and IT resources within the office.
We maintain a non-discriminatory recruitment process and welcome applications from all eligible candidates.
What we do... Our combined talents and knowledge allow us to form a bespoke response, delivering high quality, beautifully resolved and crafted buildings, which inspire our clients, exceed expectations and stand the test of time.
Who we are... We are a unique team of creative individuals who share a passion for designing great buildings and spaces, working in a nurturing and collaborative environment.
We do not currently have any open vacancies but we are always interested in talking to enthusiastic and talented people about joining the practice in the future. If you feel that you would be a good fit, please use the form below to make initial contact. No agency approaches.
We take on a limited number of GCSE/A-Level students each year for work experience. These typically fill up in advance, and we do not have slots available for 2026. If you would be interested in being considered for 2027 please use the form below to register your interest.
Your information will be entered directly into our recruitment database, and relevant HR staff alerted automatically.
If your current professional position means that you do not feel comfortable using this form, please telephone Daniel Vesma on 01285 888150 to discuss.
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For everyone's convenience, we typically undertake initial interviews over Teams. These sessions are quite informal, and your interviewers will be looking to get a feeling for your design abilities and where your skills might be suited within the office. Please be ready to share your screen with examples that we can discuss (hand drawings too!). This is an important time to bring up anything that might be a show-stopper for you, for instance travel/accommodation or visa requirements.
If your initial interview goes well, we will invite you to Cirencester for a formal portfolio review.
A formal interview will usually be undertaken by two-or-three Directors/Associates and our Practice Manager. A panel of this size might sound a little intimidating, but the mood is always friendly and supportive. We will ask you to skim through your portfolio and to run through your favourite project in more depth. We will give you a tour of the office and answer any questions that you have.
We always aim to keep candidates informed, so we will be back in touch a few days after your interview to let you know if you've been successful.
Every individual is different, and our practice is not one-size-fits all, but our permanent team members typically benefit from a package that includes:
We want every joiner, regardless of position, to get off to a great start. As soon as we agree package and potential start date we will issue a draft contract of employment for your consideration. We will also issue our welcome pack, which includes An induction plan with meetings set with the people you need to see and details of a mentor who you can go to for help if you need it.
We take the wellbeing of our colleagues very seriously; you will be given access to relevant training materials and access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing you with 24/7 anonymous support for issues inside our outside of work.
Information about our profit share scheme, pension and other benefits is included. We will need to do Right to Work checks with you on your first day so please bring your passport.
You will be asked to complete a post-employment health questionnaire to help us support you with any conditions and make sure that your workspace is ready.
Every project in the studio is collaborative, with design and technical professionals working to a common purpose. We are exceptionally proud of the team that we have assembled and who reward us with their diligent work and loyalty.
Nethrcote is a Grade 2 listed property originally built in the 17th Century with an important extension built in the 19th Century.
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