Commercial Planting Specialist

Access Talent Group; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable landscape design studio is seeking a knowledgeable Commercial Planting Specialist to lead planting design for high-profile projects. You'll collaborate with architects and suppliers to ensure exceptional quality and sustainability. The role offers a supportive environment with growth opportunities and flexible working arrangements, ideally suited for candidates with strong horticultural knowledge and project management skills.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Strong horticultural knowledge and experience in large-scale commercial planting design.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a creative design team.
• Experience in delivering high-end projects with an eye for quality.
• Organised and proactive, managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead on planting design for large-scale commercial schemes.
• Advise on plant selection and sourcing.
• Collaborate with landscape architects and suppliers.
• Uphold high standards of quality and sustainability.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge

Project management

Collaborative teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

(BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri))

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A multi-award-winning landscape design studio is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Commercial Planting Specialist to join their growing team.

Led by one of the UK’s most renowned landscape designers, this highly respected practice has built an international reputation for delivering bold, contemporary landscapes. Their portfolio spans prestigious private estates, public realm projects, and large-scale commercial developments — all characterised by strong design vision, exceptional planting design, and a commitment to sustainability.

In this role, you will:

• Lead on planting design for large-scale commercial schemes, ensuring designs are both creative and practical.
• Advise on plant selection, sourcing, and specifications to suit a range of environments and project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with landscape architects, contractors, and suppliers to deliver planting schemes from concept through to completion.
• Contribute to the studio’s design ethos and uphold high standards of quality and sustainability.

What they’re looking for:

• Strong horticultural knowledge and experience in large-scale commercial planting design.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a creative design team.
• Experience of delivering high-end projects, with an eye for quality and detail.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Suitable for candidates at various levels, provided they have the technical expertise to excel in this role.

Why join them?

• Work with an internationally recognised, award-winning practice on high-profile projects across the UK and overseas.
• Be part of a collaborative and creative team where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Enjoy a supportive working environment with opportunities to grow and develop.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements — the studio is based near Brighton, but open to candidates based elsewhere in the South East.

If you have the planting expertise and creative drive to help deliver exceptional landscapes, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping inspiring, high-end spaces.