Jobs created as architect expands into Leicester

East Midlands architecture practice Franklin Ellis Architects has announced the opening of a Leicester office, bringing with it several new jobs for the city.

The firm has taken a space within the LCB Depot on Rutland Street – the company’s second office having been in Nottingham for nearly 25 years.

The move comes following the firm’s continued work in Leicester and Leicestershire including its contribution on nearby Leicester City Hall and the Leicester Mercury building. The firm says it wants to be closer to its portfolio of work in the area.

The Leicester team currently includes three architects and Franklin Ellis aims to introduce a further eight positions over the next three years, including architect and technician roles.

David Franklin, partner at Franklin Ellis Architects, said: “We have had our sights on Leicester for a while and have been looking for the right premises. Now that we have found them it’s fantastic to a permanent presence in the city.

“As we are already very active in the area, opening a Leicester office was a natural step for us and we want to be a part of the incredible dynamism and creativity within city, a place where there are a significant number of exciting opportunities to get involved in.

“We are really pleased to be embedding ourselves into the area and to be providing employment opportunities. It’s an exciting time for Franklin Ellis Architects.”