Grimshaw

About the Company

Grimshaw is a place of ideas and invention, driven by a desire to connect people to each other and the world around us. We recognise the urgency of the challenges that face our planet, and our duty to deliver architecture and design best suited for a flourishing future.
LA — NYC — LDN — PAR — DXB — MEL — SYD — AKL

Grimshaw’s international portfolio covers all major sectors, and has been honoured with over 200 international design awards including the prestigious Lubetkin Prize.

The practice is dedicated to the deepest level of involvement in the design of their buildings in order to deliver projects which meet the highest possible standards of excellence. The company’s work is characterised by strong conceptual legibility, innovation and a rigorous approach to detailing, all underpinned by the principles of humane, enduring and sustainable design.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Grimshaw

Job Title

Business Development Lead

Job Description

**Job Title:** Business Development Lead **Role Summary:** Lead the business development function for a North American architectural and design practice, driving market intelligence, pipeline building, and client engagement to secure new projects across New York and Los Angeles studios. **Expectations:** - Deliver measurable growth in project pipeline and conversion rates. - Ensure alignment of business development activities with global marketing and practice strategy. - Provide accountable, data‑driven insights to senior leadership for decision‑making. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and execute coordinated business development, reputation‑building, and client‑feedback programs across North America. - Partner with sector leads to create high‑quality project pitches and maintain consistency across proposals. - Conduct in‑depth market research and competitive intelligence to identify early opportunities and long‑term pipelines. - Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry trends, competitor actions, and sector developments. - Cultivate and manage relationships with clients, collaborators, and strategic partners, facilitating early engagement. - Design, implement, and manage a CRM system for consistent prospect tracking and pipeline visibility. - Represent the practice to target organizations and key decision‑makers, generating new business leads. - Coordinate with global marketing teams on new‑business initiatives when required. - Collaborate with external consultants to enhance business‑development capabilities. - Monitor and report on project conversion rates, return on effort, and other KPIs to refine strategies. - Manage bid budgets and associated expenses in line with fiscal priorities. - Refine internal tools and processes to improve pursuit tracking and team collaboration. **Required Skills:** - Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in business development, marketing, or client strategy within architecture, design, or professional services. - Deep knowledge of the architectural and design industry and commitment to design excellence. - Proven ability to influence senior leadership, shape strategy, and achieve results. - Strong relationship‑building, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills. - Exceptional written and verbal communication; capable of crafting compelling positioning narratives and persuasive presentations. - Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing team members. - Highly organized with the capacity to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. - Proficiency with CRM tools, market‑research platforms, and data‑analytics software. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Architecture, or related field (MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred). - Professional certifications related to business development, marketing, or project management (e.g., PMP, CLM) are a plus.

New york, United states

Hybrid

Senior

25-09-2025

Company Name

Grimshaw

Job Title

Office manager / Contrôleur·se financier·ère

Job Description

Job Title: Office Manager / Finance Controller Role Summary: Central executive support role ensuring smooth daily operations of the Paris studio, overseeing administrative and financial functions, coordinating with London teams, and fostering an efficient, creative work environment. Expectations: Highly organized, proactive, rigorous, with strong service orientation and passion for creative settings. Effective communicator in French and English, capable of independent initiative and collaborative teamwork. Key Responsibilities: - Manage Managing Director’s agenda, correspondence, and daily administrative tasks. - Oversee office operations: supply relations, logistics, hygiene & safety compliance. - Handle financial processes: invoicing, payroll, monthly financial reporting. - Support HR functions: onboarding, recruitment, attendance tracking, daily administration. - Coordinate with Finance, HR, IT, and Administration in London. - Plan internal team events and maintain workplace standards. Required Skills: - Bilingual French / English (C1 CEFR). - Solid financial acumen with proven invoicing and payroll experience. - Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign). - Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities. - Detail‑oriented, autonomous, and self‑motivated. - Strong written and verbal communication. - Experience in an architectural or creative agency environment is a plus. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. - Professional accounting/finance certifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA) preferred.

Paris, France

On site

31-10-2025