Part 2 Architectural Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Bolton Chalklin Architects is seeking a Part 2 architectural assistant to join its team in Otford, Kent.
Due to an increased number of projects, Bolton Chalklin Architects is looking for an enthusiastic Part 2 to join our Kent office – near Sevenoaks – on an initial three-month contract basis.
The successful candidate will be involved in high quality residential and commercial projects in both London and the South East. We need a driven, articulate and well-presented individual who is resourceful, creative, independent and eager to work with us in various roles to help further growth.
The interview process will be initially on Zoom, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the Otford office to undertake a CAD test as part of the interview process.
Key skills and requirements:
- confident individual with excellent communication skills – the role will be client facing in addition to working with consultants, contractors and suppliers
- able to multi task and manage own workload and different project threads
- strong eye for design and presentation and passion to work with different project styles from period buildings to contemporary fit outs
- sound two-dimensional drafting working between plans, elevations and sections is essential
- AutoCAD 2D and Microsoft Office – essential
- SketchUp and Adobe suite – essential
- excellent written and spoken English paramount
- due to the practicalities of commuting applications from outside London/ South East will unfortunately not be considered
When applying for this role please submit your CV, a portfolio of your work, and detail your current location.
No agents please.
www.boltonchalklin.co.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application question(s):
- You must be local to our office. Are you able to commute to the Otford (Sevenoaks) office within one hour or less?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Bolton Chalklin Architects - Otford / Sevenoaks
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Part 2 Architectural Assistant roles across Bolton Chalklin Architects's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £36,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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