Studio Manager/Front Desk

  • Contract
  • London

Dowen Farmer Architects


Job Summary

Part time role for a studio manager/front of house operative to help run the administrative side to the studio

Job Description

Place of work: Peckham

Hours: 3 days a week in studio 9-6 (could be some flexibility here for right person) for £19k.

Key tasks will include:

  • Being the first point of contact for incoming phone calls
  • Managing the info@ email account filtering, forwarding and responding where necessary
  • Run non-architectural inductions to new staff
  • Liaising with Peckham Levels (landlord) regarding facilities management as required
  • Manage incoming & outgoing post
  • Maintain overall tidiness & appearance of the studio
  • Organising staff events (external CPDs, office trips and Christmas parties)
  • Managing office equipment and stationery supplies
  • Managing the samples library
  • Assist with management of QA system when implemented
  • Ensure the smooth running of the studio, including keeping the plants alive and office/staff refreshments including biscuits and fruit

Human Resources:

  • Coordinate and administer staff appraisals
  • Monitor staff holiday & absence
  • Being available for our staff to speak to with any issues
  • Assisting with the recruitment process; arranging interviews, organising incoming CVs

Website/Socials:

  • Keeping the website up to date
  • Arranging completed project photography
  • Monitor architectural events and looking at ways to market the company/get involved in events

Software:

  • Google Docs/Sheets/Google drive essential
  • Adobe helpful

Note – The pro rata salary will comply with National Minimum Wage Standards.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Studio Manager/Front Desk
  • Salary: £15k-£20k
    (pro-rata)
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Design
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025

  • Location:

    London

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Job: Studio Manager/Front Desk

Job: Studio Manager/Front Desk

Organisation: Dowen Farmer Architects

Postcode: SE15 4ST

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