London, UK
Research assistant
at Hassell
Hassell is looking for a research assistant to join its team in London.
Job description
Creative global design studio | Open culture | Award-winning workplaces
About us
With nine 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.
About the team
Our clients, our designers and our strategists do inspiring work, and as marketers and communicators it’s our job to celebrate what they do – by telling stories and sharing experiences. We’re a busy crew of digital marketers, PR specialists, podcasters, strategists, writers, designers and thinkers who look after the Hassell brand.
We’re constantly looking to uncover new ways to help clients understand how we think about unlocking the potential of cities and creating places people love.
About the role
We are looking for a research assistant with a focus on urban design and public realm to join our London-based research team.
In this role, you will be working with our landscape architecture team and the urban research leadership in the UK/Europe region to uncover insights and deliver research projects with a focus on the value of urban design and public realm.
Tackling important design challenges at the urban scale, you will have an opportunity to operate at the interface between research and application, joining the dots between social, economic & environmental objectives, client priorities, and design solutions.
In a typical week, your tasks will vary between focused work (such as organising data, transcribing interviews, drawing diagrams, conducting literature reviews, drafting reports, etc.) and collaborative work (such as assisting with events, organising workshops, participating in concept development meetings, conducting fieldwork, etc.)
About you
We’re looking for someone who is curious and enjoys discovering new knowledge and enjoys solving old problems in innovative and creative ways. You should also enjoy researching, reading, writing and crunching ‘the data’ almost as much as you enjoy talking bout what you’ve learnt. You should be confident in a variety of research methods, both qualitative and quantitative with a ability to analyse and interpret a variety of data types.
You should have the following key skills, knowledge and qualifications:
- solid skills with Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and InDesign)
- solid skills with word processing programs (like Word/Google Docs) and spreadsheet programs (like Excel/Google Sheets)
- good writing skills is a plus
- good illustration skills are a plus
- experience using GIS software is a plus
- social media and other forms of online communication savviness is a plus
- bachelor’s degree or higher in architecture, urban design/landscape, urban planning, geography or other relevant field.
Why Hassell?
We value diversity, employing people across a number of regions, representing many different cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Our team has access to a range of benefits to support development and wellbeing:
- creative studio working environment
- inter-studio transfer opportunities
- development and training including access to an online training program
- wellbeing benefits
- flexible start and finish times, part time and job share arrangements
- professional memberships
- study assistance
Apply now
We’re a fast-paced and proactive practice so we don’t wait until applications close to review them. Submit your application as soon as possible for the best chance to land your ultimate job.
Hassell is an equal opportunity employer.
We will not accept speculative candidates via agencies or third parties.