About This Role
This role oversees the day-to-day management of a growing architectural practice, supporting its continued development. Working closely with the Practice Director and Finance Manager, the Practice Manager ensures the efficient running of the business, supports staff, coordinates resources, and maintains effective administrative and management systems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence how the practice manages its resources, monitors performance, and plans for future growth.
Responsibilities
- Maintain practice accreditations and compliance documentation
- Support staff development and Continuing Professional Development administration
- Identify opportunities to improve business systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiency
- Maintain practice procedures, quality management systems, and business records
- Coordinate professional registrations and relevant accreditations
- Maintain practice policies relating to health and safety, data protection, confidentiality, and information management
- Oversee office facilities, equipment, supplies, and service contracts
- Coordinate IT support, software licenses, and equipment provision
- Maintain effective filing, document management, and archiving procedures
- Ensure that office systems and resources support the efficient operation of the practice
- Assist the Finance Manager to monitor and report on practice income, expenditure, cash flow, and overall financial performance
Requirements
- Experience in practice management, office management, business administration, or a similar operational role
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with directors, staff, and external advisers
- Confidence in reviewing procedures, solving problems, and improving working practices
- Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office and relevant business management systems
- A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and discretion when handling confidential information
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently while contributing to the wider practice team
Nice to have:
- Experience within an architectural practice, engineering consultancy, or other professional services business
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Support for further learning and individual training goals, with opportunities to develop specialist areas of expertise
- A healthy work-life balance with flexible working options
- An active and friendly social culture, including monthly staff lunches, study trips, and the occasional party
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
Important Details
- Employment type: full-time or part-time (minimum commitment of four days per week preferred)
- Application deadline: Friday 13 November 2026
Application Process
- Submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role
About the Company
Andrew Black Design is an award-winning architectural practice working from a converted mews office in the heart of Dundee.