Company Description

With eight design studios spread around the world, chances are you’ve seen our work before. We work across architecture, landscape architecture, interior design and urban design - a rich multi-disciplinary mix of skills and perspectives that unlocks the economic, social and cultural value of projects. We combine our creative design expertise with capabilities in strategy, research, technology and experience design, and we regularly collaborate with experts and partners from further afield. Through our work, we're trying to build a more inclusive, sustainable future for communities - and create a more socially and ecologically resilient world.

Job Description

Our Shanghai studio is looking for an Associate to collaborate closely with clients and teams to shape innovative design solutions. You’ll guide high-profile workplace and commercial interior projects from early concept through to delivery, bringing a hands-on approach, sharp design thinking, and a strong understanding of local context. This is an exciting opportunity to work on projects across various sectors and building typologies, including urban planning, hospitality, education, urban transport, mixed-use residential/commercial developments.

Qualifications

You are a passionate and experienced architect or interior architect with a track record of design leadership across diverse sectors and a strong desire to progress in a leadership role at a leading design firm, we invite you to apply. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact on the world of architecture while working on exciting and innovative projects. We’d expect you would bring to this role;

• A minimum of 12 years’ post-graduation experience with a focus on urban design, architecture, commercial workplace or mixed-use projects.
• Experience in architecture and interior design with multi-disciplinary teams in a professional design studio environment.
• Proven ability to lead projects independently or in collaboration with a principal.
• Confidence presenting to clients and running workshops or stakeholder sessions.
• Proven experience in directing a design team through design documentation - leading package documentation, technical drawing and writing specifications required.
• Site experience with contract administration or/and adaptive re-use experience preferred.
• Commercial awareness in the management of finances, resources, and personnel at a senior level.
• Relevant experience briefing and operating as the key project stakeholder liaison.
• Willingness and interest in leading and mentoring our emerging designers in design, industry and technical issues.
• Proficiency in tools like Rhino, Revit, Adobe Suite, and other design/delivery platforms.
• Local project and client experience, with a solid network in the design and built environment sector.

Additional Information

Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well-being:

• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
• Purchased leave policy.
• A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility.
• Inter-studio transfer opportunities. Wellbeing benefits.
• Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
• Study assistance.

Hassell is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives, and practices of all individuals. We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included, and respected. Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in-person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people. We're a fast-paced and proactive practice, so we don't wait until applications close to review them. Submit your CV and professional design portfolio. Please note that we do not accept speculative candidates via agencies or third parties.