Graduate Landscape Architect

GreenJobs Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Landscape Architect to join their dynamic team. This role offers a chance to work on diverse projects in urban design and public realm design, contributing to a practice committed to sustainability and creativity. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in design and planning, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite. Enjoy a collaborative environment that values work-life balance, with the flexibility of a condensed workweek and opportunities for professional growth. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing spaces and fostering a culture of innovation.

Benefits

Flexible work-from-home policy

Professional development opportunities

Condensed 4.5-day workweek

Work-life balance emphasis

Creative and friendly team environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years post-graduate experience in landscape architecture.
• Experience in design and planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a diverse portfolio of urban design and public realm projects.
• Collaborate within a creative team environment.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Hand drawing

Revit

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

Landscape Architect

Are you creative and passionate about placemaking?

A multi-disciplinary practice specialising in urban design, master planning, and public realm design is seeking a Landscape Architect to join the team and contribute to an exciting and varied portfolio of projects. The practice works across multiple sectors, including residential, education, commercial, and public realm civic projects.

The ideal candidate will have:

1. 1-3 years post-graduate experience
2. Experience in the design and planning process
3. An interest in the technical delivery of projects
4. Excellent AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite skills (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
5. Hand drawing skills
6. Revit experience (preferable)
7. A collaborative approach to working within a team
8. The ability to work towards deadlines

Personality is just as important as skills. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking, creative, and friendly team, with ample opportunities for growth and learning. The practice values individuals with enthusiasm and a positive attitude who align with its work ethos.

The team operates from a shared design studio in a Grade II listed riverside building in Teddington, located between Kingston and Richmond, with a 30-minute train journey from London Waterloo. A strong emphasis is placed on work-life balance and professional development. The company holds ‘Investors in People’ Silver accreditation and was a recipient of the Pro-Landscaper Business Award in 2018. The team follows a condensed 4.5-day workweek, with the office closing at Friday lunchtime, and staff have the flexibility to work 1.5 days per week from home.

Vision & Culture

The practice is committed to maximising the potential of every space through creative and sustainable design. Its approach aims to balance human and natural elements, ensuring connectivity to nature while enhancing ecology and minimising carbon footprints.

The organisation follows a "Leader-Leader" structure, fostering an environment of trust, autonomy, and innovation at all levels. This approach encourages team members to take ownership, challenge ideas, and contribute to the forward-thinking evolution of the practice.