Studio Lead

About the role

10 Design is seeking a Studio Lead to head its Dubai studio, expand its footprint across the UAE and the wider Middle East, and ensure the successful delivery of projects through a global network of design studios.

Key responsibilities

• Lead 10 Design’s regional presence, acting as the senior representative for the UAE and Middle East.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, developers, investors, consultants, contractors and strategic partners.
• Identify new business opportunities, support client presentations, bids and proposals, and contribute to the regional growth strategy.
• Mentor and manage the Dubai team, fostering a high‑performing studio culture and ensuring alignment with the wider 10 Design organization.
• Oversee recruitment, development and performance management for the studio.
• Act as the senior local lead on projects, coordinating remote teams across London, Edinburgh, Hong Kong, the US and other studios.
• Translate client requirements, regional context and commercial priorities into clear project instructions.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in architecture, masterplanning or related design disciplines.
• Strong business development track record within the Middle East market.
• Excellent client‑facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop multidisciplinary design teams.
• Experience coordinating multi‑studio, global project delivery.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the growth of a global design practice in a key regional market.
• Access to a worldwide network of design expertise.
• Collaborative, high‑performance studio environment.