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Architect Jobs in Liverpool — Visa Sponsorship

Architect jobs in Liverpool from UK Home Office-licensed visa sponsors. Filter by Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker route, salary above £41,700, and live job openings.

Architect role at a glance

Typical UK salary: £36,000 – £75,000
Skilled Worker threshold: £33,400 (Immigration Salary List)
SOC code: 2431
On Immigration Salary List: Yes (20% threshold discount)

Liverpool as a sponsor location

Major NHS teaching-trust concentration plus a growing biotech cluster around the Knowledge Quarter. Strong route for Health and Care Worker visa applicants.

Cost of living ~30% lower than London. Liverpool John Lennon Airport offers direct European connections; Manchester Airport (45 min) covers long-haul.

Frequently asked questions

Are there Architect jobs with visa sponsorship in Liverpool?

Yes. Liverpool-based UK Home Office sponsors regularly recruit architects on the Skilled Worker visa. Active sponsors include Foster + Partners, Zaha Hadid Architects, AECOM.

What salary do architects in Liverpool need to earn for a Skilled Worker visa?

The 2026 minimum is £41,700 per year for the general Skilled Worker route, or the SOC code going rate, whichever is higher. Typical Architect salary in the UK: £36,000 – £75,000. Health and Care Worker visa minimum is £25,000.

Which Liverpool employers sponsor architect roles?

Liverpool's top sponsors hiring across roles include Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Everton / Liverpool FC (commercial), University of Liverpool.

What sectors hire architects in Liverpool?

Liverpool's strongest sectors are Healthcare / NHS, Shipping & Logistics, Higher Education.