Assistant Landscape Consultant

Medirest Signature; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an Assistant Landscape Consultant to support the delivery of landscape services across Essex and England. This role requires graduate level knowledge of landscape issues and relevant legislation, strong communication skills, and an ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include assisting with landscape assessments, design reviews, and managing low-value projects. The position offers a salary between £26,951 to £31,706 per annum and includes flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Educated to RQF level 6 (Bachelor’s degree) in a relevant subject or equivalent.
• Working towards Licentiate Membership of a professional body such as Landscape Institute.
• Graduate level technical knowledge of development management and planning policies.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of landscape services under supervision.
• Assist with design reviews and site brief preparations.
• Manage low-value projects and supervise contractors.

Skills

Graduate level knowledge of landscape issues

Communication skills

Client service awareness

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Assistant Landscape Consultant

Permanent, Full Time

£26,951 to £31,706 per annum

Location: Countywide

Working Style: Anywhere worker

The Opportunity

Place Services is a multi-disciplinary consultancy within Essex County Council (ECC) providing environmental and planning services to the Council, local authorities, and other public bodies. Our purpose is to support the public sector to deliver its role in sustainable development. The purpose of the Assistant Landscape Consultant is to support the effective delivery of landscape services to our clients across Essex and England.

We are seeking an Assistant Landscape Consultant to join our growing multidisciplinary team which currently includes 10 Landscape Architects. The Assistant Landscape Consultant will support the landscape team on landscape matters, including assisting with evaluation and delivery of landscape assessments and LVIA, landscape strategies, design guides and codes, landscape design and management; advising on design review, preparing design briefs; and undertaking supervised specialist tasks as part of multi‑disciplinary projects.

The role requires a specialist with graduate level technical knowledge and understanding of landscape issues and relevant legislation, policy and standards, and guidance, the ability to communicate to a range of audiences, and an awareness of good client service.

Accountabilities

• Support the effective delivery of services under supervision, including a case of minor development management and consent consultations and visual assessments.
• Assist with design reviews and brief preparation for sites of limited scope and complexity.
• Help secure feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and maintain a client‑focused culture across Place Services.
• Support the review and development of legislation, plans, policy and standards, and assist with evidence collection and casework document preparation.
• Assist with training activities and event preparation.
• Support changes to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of landscape service delivery.
• Contribute to tendering processes for low‑value opportunities, manage low‑value projects and contracts, and supervise contractors and volunteers within budget and specifications.
• Execute ECC and client responsibilities and duties of care in relation to design and improvement of the public realm and the wider environment.
• Annual performance targets and objectives are defined within the performance management framework.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Educated to RQF level 6 (Bachelor’s degree) in a relevant subject or equivalent by experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and working towards Licentiate Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., Landscape Institute).
• Graduate level technical and subject matter knowledge of development management, planning policy, legislation, enforcement, standards, guidance, design review, LVIA, design guides and codes, and related office and site‑based practices.
• Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, prioritise work across a range of projects and activities, meet deadlines and deliver outcomes under supervision when necessary.
• Demonstrable awareness of wellbeing and H&S, with ability to undertake simple risk assessments and implement safe working practices.
• Ability to communicate appropriately with different audiences, including the preparation of clear, concise and factual written technical advice, documents and reports for straightforward casework and projects.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships and demonstrate good client service.
• Proficient with common Microsoft applications and, under supervision, relevant specialist software such as AutoCAD, GIS, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp.

For an informal discussion about the position please email [e-mail] or call 03330136861 or 07748623787.

To find out more about us please visit our website: www.placeservices.co.uk.

Why Essex?

As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we are committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone’s Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, Essex is the ideal place to develop your career or contribute to the local community.

Mobilty and DBS Requirements

Mobile throughout the operational area is required. A driving licence and vehicle access, or alternative mobility methods, is necessary. If a DBS check is required, you will be required to register with the DBS update service.

Committee and Safeguarding Statements

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We are committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. We are also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Equal Opportunity

We value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.