Studio Manager

Regional Studio Manager (Maternity Cover)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected, employee-focused architecture and design consultancy as a Regional Studio Manager on a 12-month maternity cover contract. Renowned for delivering award-winning projects across the built environment, this organisation combines creativity with commercial excellence and offers a collaborative, supportive culture where people genuinely make an impact.

Supporting two regional studios, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the business, partnering with senior leaders to drive operational efficiency, resource planning and team performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operations or studio management professional looking to join a forward-thinking, values-led organisation with an excellent reputation.

Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee the day-to-day operations across two regional studios, ensuring efficient processes and effective communication.
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• Partner with senior leadership to support resource planning, project coordination and operational performance.
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• Lead and support studio administration teams, providing guidance, coaching and day-to-day management.
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• Coordinate project reporting, financial and resource data, identifying operational risks and supporting solutions.
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• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, documentation, facilities management and health & safety requirements.
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• Foster a positive, collaborative studio culture while supporting onboarding and team development.
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Requirements

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• Previous experience in a Studio Manager, Operations Manager or similar role within an architecture, design or creative consultancy.
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• Proven people management experience with the ability to lead and develop teams.
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• Commercially aware with confidence interpreting financial and project data.
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• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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• Experience using project management systems (such as CMap) and Microsoft Office.
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• A proactive, adaptable approach and willingness to travel between Bristol and Oxford on a fortnightly basis.
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• Knowledge of health & safety, ISO standards or Common Data Environments would be advantageous.
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