Careers | Culture

Trust. Work. Joy.

At RYAN+LAMB, we have built an architectural practice shaped by trust, responsibility and good work. We believe people do their best work when they are trusted, involved in decisions and part of a team that takes both the work and each other seriously.

Trust

People here are trusted to do the job. That means being involved, taking responsibility and being relied on, not simply being directed. We keep hierarchy light and expect people to contribute directly when they can. Trust also needs to be reflected in how people are treated, which is why full maternity pay is part of how we support our team.

Work

The work matters. We take architecture seriously: the buildings, the decisions behind them and the responsibility we hold to clients. Everyone contributes to the thinking as well as the delivery. We do not separate ideas from production. If you are involved in a project, you are expected to engage properly with it and help shape the outcome.

Joy

Architecture is demanding work, but it should bring joy too. We have built a team people want to be part of. A strong gender mix, a sense of balance and a genuine ease in how people work together all contribute to a better working environment and, in turn, better design output.

What It’s Like to Work here

  • Our teams are often trusted with responsibility early

  • You’re involved in design thinking and delivery

  • We are light on hierarchy, and heavy on direct contribution

  • We cultivate a vibrant, supportive environment with regular team outings and social events

  • We celebrate progress made and projects won while viewing challenges as learning opportunities and all part of our team’s growth

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer opportunities across a range of roles within the practice, including architects, architectural technologists, designers and operations roles. While open positions vary, we are always interested in hearing from thoughtful, capable people who want to contribute to high-quality architectural work.

  • Yes. We welcome speculative applications from individuals who feel aligned with our approach to architecture and working culture. If there are no current roles listed, you can still submit your CV and portfolio for consideration. Reach out through our contact form. Depending on availability, we may schedule an introductory call with one of the team.

  • We look for people who take responsibility, engage seriously with their work and contribute positively to a team environment. Strong design thinking, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate are essential.

  • Not always. We consider candidates at different stages of their careers, from early-career professionals to more experienced team members. What matters most is your ability to contribute, your attitude to the work and your willingness to learn.

  • Architecture can be demanding, but we believe it should be sustainable. We aim to maintain a balanced working environment where people can do serious work without unnecessary pressure. We proactively review work allocation weekly as a team. We also protect our team’s downtime through clear communication boundaries. We encourage real breaks in the working day. To ensure people actually take their annual leave, we use a coverage model where colleagues are designated to handle urgent matters so that the person on holidays can fully unplug without returning to a mountain of stress. Although we work mainly in the studio, we encourage the entire team to work from home on a Friday to reduce their commute and ease into the weekend.

  • Working here involves being actively engaged in both design thinking and project delivery. There is an expectation that everyone contributes, regardless of level. The environment is collaborative, with a strong emphasis on responsibility, trust and producing high-quality work.

    Our projects include aviation environments, multi-residential developments, private houses and commercial fit-out and interiors. Team members often gain experience across multiple sectors depending on project needs.

    We’re also friendly and welcoming with an active social committee.

Three principles that shape how we run the practice and how we work together every day.

Trust
Work
Joy