Relocating from the UK to find an Architecture Job Abroad, ft. Russell M. Henderson.

Show Notes

Working abroad can be exciting, but relocation needs more than optimism. Candidates need to understand the market, the culture, the visa route and their own appetite for risk.

Stephen Drew speaks with Russell M. Henderson about relocating from the UK to find an architecture job abroad, including working internationally, moving to Tanzania, career risk, applications, mindset and what candidates should research before leaving.

The conversation covers:

• What it can be like to move abroad for architecture work
• Why research matters before relocating
• How expectations can differ between markets
• Why mindset and adaptability matter when working internationally
• What candidates should consider before leaving the UK

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to finding an architecture job abroad
• 04:11 Russell M. Henderson and relocating from the UK
• 09:12 Working internationally after qualifying
• 14:11 Moving to Tanzania and building a career abroad
• 19:12 Putting yourself out there through architecture videos
• 24:14 TikTok, verification and the future of social media
• 29:14 Creating architecture courses and getting the audio right
• 34:10 Social media, personal brand and career visibility
• 39:12 Advice for people considering work abroad
• 44:10 Final reflections on international architecture careers

Creators and Guests

Host

Stephen Drew

Hello! I’m Stephen Drew, Founder of the Architecture Social—an online community and resource hub dedicated to helping professionals in Architecture, Design, Development, and Real Estate advance their careers. I’m here to connect you with insights, tools, and opportunities that lead to meaningful growth, whether you’re just starting out or ready to take that next big step.

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