Associate Landscape Architect

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Landscape Architecture practice is seeking an Associate to manage and mentor teams while delivering high-profile projects. With 8+ years in the field and experience in international projects, you'll play a key role in shaping exceptional landscapes and driving design excellence. This position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for progression, and eligibility for profit-sharing.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Profit-share scheme

Regular social events

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in landscape architecture.
• At least 2 years as a Chartered Landscape Architect.
• Experience managing international projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team in project execution.
• Ensure projects align with client expectations.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Commercial Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Education

Chartered Landscape Architect

Tools

Revit

CAD

Job description

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? London Studio (In-office working during probation, 3–4 days in-office afterwards)

? International Projects

? Competitive Salary + Benefits + Profit Share

Are you looking for your next leadership opportunity within Landscape Architecture? Our client, an Award-winning Landscape Architecture practice with offices in London and the North of England are looking for an Associate to shape high-profile projects, mentor teams, and drive design excellence at their forward-thinking practice.

With a minimum of 8 years experience, including international/overseas projects, you’ll bridge the gap between the Board and junior staff—overseeing project execution, managing teams, contributing to business development, and driving design & project delivery.

This role will:

• Lead and manage a team, overseeing conceptual design, technical development, and project delivery.
• Ensure projects meet high-quality design standards, remain on budget, and align with client expectations.
• Manage resource planning, project invoicing, and financial performance.
• Play a key role in business development, writing proposals and securing new work.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, representing the practice externally.
• Mentor and support junior staff, guiding them through their professional development.

This role needs:

• 8+ years' experience in landscape architecture, including at least 2 years as a Chartered Landscape Architect.
• Experience managing international projects or working on overseas developments
• Strong commercial knowledge - both in generating new business opportunities and in maintaining project profitability.
• A proven track record in project management, resource planning, and delivering high-quality design.
• Leadership experience - great team management skills.
• Client and stakeholder management experience including proposal presentation, negotiation and reporting.
• Expertise in developing and presenting plans using design software (Revit, CAD, or similar)..
• Bonus: Expertise in planting design and horticultural knowledge.

This role offers:

• Competitive salary, progression opportunities, plus eligibility for bonuses.
• Profit-share scheme—eligibility for discretionary tax-free bonuses after one year.
• Generous holiday allowance that increases with tenure.
• Hybrid working with a collaborative London studio environment.
• Regular social events—monthly team socials, summer & Christmas parties.

If you're looking to take the next step in your career, lead exciting projects, and be part of a dynamic team shaping exceptional landscapes, we’d love to hear from you.

Please include a link to your Portfolio in your application.