Human Resources Officer

2 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Architectural Association School of Architecture in London Full time

Location: London – Bedford Square

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Head of Human Resources

Hours of work: Full time; 35 Hours, Monday – Friday; 10am – 6pm

The AA is an independent architectural school and an international cultural institution that serves as a forum for ideas. Being a major Centre for debate, the AA offers an unparalleled public programme of lectures, symposia, and exhibitions, together with accompanying publications.

The Architectural Association was founded in 1847, opening as a day school in 1901. The AA is committed to public benefit attained by the learning, teaching, discussion and promotion of architecture. The School is recognised as a worldwide leader in architectural education, with graduates that include many of the world's leading architects, scholars, critics and educators. The academic and professional programmes of study at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, up to and including doctoral level, are validated by external professional and academic bodies.

The AA campus is located in historic 18th century Bedford Square in London with a 350 acre woodland setting in Hooke Park in Dorset. The AA has an annual revenue of £18 million, a student body of 1000 students, 200 faculty, 90 staff, 6,500 members and thousands of visitors that come to engage with the most relevant debates in architecture today.

Role Overview:

The AA seeks a knowledgeable and experienced Human Resources Officer to join the current team of three to provide support on all aspects of the employee lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to utilise your HR knowledge on a daily basis providing advice in a wide range of HR issues. You will also be responsible for managing all the HR administration whilst being the first point of contact to your assigned dedicated academic schools and administrative departments.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including up to 40 days' leave per annum, a defined pension scheme, season ticket loans and access to professional development opportunities.

You will also be able to take part and be involved in a creative and unique teaching environment, where the students display their amazing work with various on-site exhibitions, public programmes and lectures.

How to Apply:

Please email the below documents to (via the 'Apply' button above) by the closing date of 6th August 2024 stating the job title in the subject heading:

  • AA Application Form
  • Cover Letter / Email highlighting why you feel you are the right person for the role. This should be no more than two-pages
  • Full CV

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role before the closing date. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews will be held the week commencing on Monday 12th August 2024.

Informal enquires should be addressed to or /4029.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Please note that it will not be possible for the AA School to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for successful candidates. Therefore, the appointed candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of their employment with the AA School, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Thank you for your interest in the AA and this role.

£33,000 to £36,000 per annum



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