Shape the financial future of a leading practice — bring strategic vision and commercial rigour to the business of architecture.

Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment consultancy with longstanding relationships at the senior leadership level across London's architecture sector. We work with established practices and growing firms who brief us on Finance Director positions — roles that combine strategic financial leadership with hands-on management of the finance function. Our consultants understand the commercial dynamics of architectural practice and we maintain a select shortlist of senior finance professionals who are ready to make a significant impact.

What Our Clients Typically Ask For
• Qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience
• Experience in a professional services or creative industry environment
• Ability to lead all aspects of financial management including management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow
• Strong commercial acumen and excellent financial modelling skills
• Experience advising partners or directors on financial strategy and business development
• Proficiency with Xero, Sage, or similar accounting platforms
• A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to day-to-day finance operations

If your financial leadership has the power to shape the strategic direction of a prestigious practice, we want to hear from you.

Why Register With Architecture Social
Registering with Architecture Social gives you access to Finance Director opportunities that are rarely advertised publicly. At this level, discretion is paramount — both for the practices seeking new leadership and for the candidates exploring their options. We handle these searches with the utmost confidentiality and take the time to understand your leadership style, commercial strengths, and the kind of practice where you will thrive. Our introductions are carefully considered, and we will only contact you when a role genuinely merits your attention.

How to Apply
Send us your CV and a brief outline of your financial leadership experience. We will be in touch personally when the right Finance Director opportunity arises at one of our partner practices.