Associate Landscape Architect

Ignis Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Associate Director to spearhead a new Landscape Design team. This strategic role offers the chance to shape the vision and strategy of the landscape architecture discipline while delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio and proven leadership experience, ready to make a meaningful impact in a nationally recognized, award-winning practice. Join a forward-thinking studio that values collaboration and creativity, and help elevate the visibility of landscape design in an integrated approach to architecture and urban planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Associate Director or Partner level in landscape architecture.
• Strong portfolio of delivered landscape projects across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the landscape architecture discipline within the practice.
• Recruit and mentor a growing in-house team of landscape designers.
• Deliver high-quality landscape design on various projects.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Business Development

Project Management

Sustainable Design

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field

Job description

We’re proud to be partnering with a highly successful AJ100-listed architecture practice that is embarking on an exciting new chapter—establishing an in-house Landscape Design team to complement their already thriving architecture, urban design, and interiors divisions.

This forward-thinking and design-led studio recognises the vital role of landscape architecture in shaping cohesive, sustainable, and inspiring environments. Having successfully collaborated with external landscape consultants across a diverse portfolio, they are now seeking a visionary Associate Director – Landscape Architecture to lead, grow, and champion this new discipline within the practice.

The Role:

This is a strategic and hands-on leadership position for an experienced and ambitious landscape architect ready to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the development of the landscape architecture discipline, shaping its vision and long-term strategy
• Actively contribute to bids and business development, securing both integrated and standalone landscape commissions
• Recruit, manage, and mentor a growing in-house team of landscape designers
• Deliver high-quality landscape design on architectural, urban design, and masterplanning projects
• Champion innovative and sustainable approaches to contemporary landscape architecture across the practice
• Collaborate with internal teams and external experts (e.g. horticulturalists) to bring holistic landscape solutions to life
• Elevate the visibility of landscape design both internally and externally, positioning the studio as a leader in integrated design

What The Client is Looking For:

• Proven experience at Associate Director or Partner level within a respected landscape, architecture, or urban design studio
• A strong portfolio of delivered landscape projects across multiple sectors and scales
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate seamlessly with architects and urban designers
• Industry presence and a reputation for innovation and leadership
• Strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative, diplomatic approach
• A passion for shaping places through sustainable and people-centred design

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape a new team and discipline from the ground up within a nationally recognised, award-winning practice.

To apply or find out more, please contact Alex Nisangah with your CV and portfolio, or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development, Management, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Architecture and Planning