We are working with a well-know and respected architecture studio looking for a landscape designer to join their team. This role is perfect for someone wanting more influence over their work, and chasing progression.
About the Practice
This long-established independent landscape practice has built a strong reputation across the UK for delivering thoughtful, design-led solutions to complex planning challenges. The studio operates across a broad mix of sectors, from major infrastructure and energy schemes to sensitive developments in protected landscapes. With a collaborative and supportive culture, the team values long-term careers, professional growth, and giving individuals real ownership over their work.
The Role
You will join a growing landscape planning team at a key moment of expansion, with the opportunity to shape both projects and the wider direction of the discipline within the studio. You will play a central role across a varied portfolio, working closely with colleagues and clients while developing your own leadership responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to landscape planning projects across a wide range of scales and sectors
- Prepare landscape and townscape character assessments, LVIA, and capacity and sensitivity studies
- Develop mitigation strategies and enhancement proposals for planning submissions
- Manage client relationships and support project delivery from inception to completion
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development
Requirements
- You are a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute
- You have 5 to 10 plus years of professional experience in landscape planning
- You have strong working knowledge of the UK planning system and EIA processes
- You are confident delivering LVIA in line with current guidance and best practice
- You are a clear and persuasive writer with strong analytical and communication skills
What Is On Offer
- Hybrid working with 2 days from home each week
- Flexible hours to support work life balance
- Enhanced holiday allowance, increasing with service, plus bank holidays
- Professional membership fees paid and structured support for career progression
- Life assurance, pension, and employee benefits platform
- Supportive, sociable studio culture with regular events and volunteering opportunities
If you are ready to take more ownership of your work and progress your career within a respected and supportive practice, this role offers a clear and rewarding next step.
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