Assistant Landscape Planner - Birmingham

LEAD Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary design and planning practice is seeking an Assistant Landscape Planner in Birmingham. The role involves working on diverse projects, preparing landscape assessments, and collaborating with various professionals. Candidates should have a degree in Landscape Architecture and familiarity with UK planning policy. Offers competitive salary, flexible hours, and health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Free gym membership

Relaxed, supportive work environment

Generous holiday allowance

Opportunities for career growth

Health and wellness benefits

Regular team socials and events

Qualifications

• Chartered membership of the Landscape Institute or working towards it.
• Experience in a similar role within a consultancy setting.
• Knowledge of UK planning policy and environmental assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Working on a mix of exciting projects.
• Preparing landscape and visual impact assessments.
• Collaborating with planners, ecologists, and designers.
• Involving in community consultations to explain ideas.
• Keeping updated with planning policy.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Report writing

Analytical skills

Visual communication

GIS software

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD software

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline

Job description

Role –Assistant Landscape Planner

Location – Birmingham

Salary – £32 - £35K

Our client, a leading multidisciplinary design and planning practice is seeking a Landscape Planner to join its Birmingham-based team. With a strong emphasis on landscape-led, sustainable placemaking, the practice works across a wide range of sectors and scales, from strategic infrastructure planning to site-specific masterplanning.

You’ll be joining a collaborative group that works on everything from large-scale masterplans and green infrastructure strategies to detailed landscape reports and planning submissions. The studio takes a landscape-led approach to projects, so your ideas and input will be at the heart of shaping how places evolve.

The office is centrally located with excellent transport links. It’s easily accessible by train, bus, and major road networks, making commuting straightforward whether coming from within the city or surrounding areas. Birmingham New Street, Moor Street, and Snow Hill stations are all within walking distance, providing strong regional and national connectivity.

WHAT YOU´LL BE DOING

• Working on a mix of exciting projects
• Preparing landscape and visual impact assessments (LVIA), planning reports, and environmental inputs
• Collaborating with planners, ecologists, designers, and external consultants
• Getting involved in community consultations and helping explain landscape ideas
• Keeping up to date with planning policy and using it to guide good design

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILLS REQUIRED

• A degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline
• Chartered membership of the Landscape Institute (or working towards it)
• Experience in a similar role, ideally within a consultancy or multidisciplinary setting
• Knowledge of UK planning policy, landscape legislation, and environmental assessment processes
• Strong report writing, analytical, and visual communication skills
• Proficient in GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or CAD-based software
• A full UK driving licence

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary and benefits that reflect your experience
• Flexible working hours
• Free gym membership (on site gym)
• A relaxed, supportive work environment
• A chance to work on a variety of interesting and diverse projects
• Generous holiday allowance
• Opportunities for career growth
• Health and wellness benefits
• Regular team socials and events

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594 to find out what else may be out there.

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