Associate/ Principal Landscape Architect- Planning

Access Talent Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy is seeking an Associate or Principal Landscape Architect with expertise in Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. The role involves leading LVIA work across diverse projects, contributing to multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior staff. Enjoy flexible hybrid working, 25 days of annual leave plus additional benefits, all while shaping impactful landscapes across the UK.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + birthday off + Christmas shutdown

Flexible and hybrid working

Company-wide events

Dedicated wellbeing group and health seminars

Private medical insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering high-quality LVIA assessments.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership (CMLI preferred).
• Strong written and visual communication skills.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support on LVIA work across a range of projects and sectors.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist in business development and mentoring junior team members.
• Engage in project work from concept through to completion.

Skills

Delivering high-quality LVIA assessments

Strong written and visual communication

Education

Chartered status (CMLI preferred)

Job description

Overview

A forward-thinking, multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for either an Associate or Principal Landscape Architect with a strong specialism in Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, to join their growing landscape team. Based in Cheltenham, the team is part of a nationally respected practice with offices across the UK — offering true flexibility in where you work, with just one day a week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support on LVIA work across a range of projects and sectors.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary teams, working closely with planners, ecologists, and engineers.
• Assist in business development and mentoring of junior team members.
• Engage in project work from concept through to completion.

What They’re Looking For

• Proven experience in delivering high-quality LVIA assessments.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership (CMLI preferred).
• Strong written and visual communication skills.
• The right to work in the UK.

Why Join This Team

• 25 days annual leave + your birthday off + Christmas shutdown (not taken from AL)
• Flexible and hybrid working – work from any UK location
• Three company-wide events a year to connect and celebrate
• Access to a dedicated wellbeing group, lunchtime walks, and health seminars
• Private medical insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Fortnightly 1:1s and clear progression pathways within a growing team