Graduate Landscape Architect

Ignis Partners; Sheet; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape architecture practice in England is seeking a Graduate Landscape Architect. You will be involved in diverse projects ranging from concept to delivery while collaborating with team members and clients. Emphasis on sustainability and quality of work, along with benefits like hybrid working, flexible hours, and professional development opportunities. The practice values a collaborative and inclusive environment, ensuring strong staff retention and progression.

Benefits

28 days' holiday including bank holidays

3 additional paid days for Christmas shutdown

Flexible working hours

Monthly communal lunches

Regular social events

Paid CPD leave

Free parking

Qualifications

• Ability to work across diverse projects from concept to delivery.
• Strong collaboration skills to work with senior team members and clients.
• Interest in sustainability and design quality.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of landscape architecture projects.
• Collaborate closely with clients and senior members.
• Participate in internal teams and help shape studio direction.

Job description

Graduate Landscape Architect

Our client is a highly respected, award-winning landscape architecture practice with a growing team of 15 professionals. Based in the heart of the South Downs National Park, the studio is known for its strong design ethos, collaborative culture, and long-standing commitment to sustainability.

The Practice

This is a design-led studio delivering work across all sectors, both in the UK and internationally.

The portfolio includes:

• Strategic masterplanning
• Private estates
• Residential and mixed‑use developments
• Corporate headquarters
• Community care and healthcare environments
• Schools and education projects
• Heritage and conservation schemes
• Parks, public realm and urban regeneration

The practice has received multiple RIBA Awards in recognition of its sustainable approach and design quality.

The Role

You will work across a diverse range of projects from concept through to delivery, collaborating closely with senior team members and clients. In addition to project work, the practice actively encourages involvement in collaborative internal teams, giving you a genuine voice within the studio and the opportunity to help shape its future direction.

Working Arrangements & Benefits

• Hybrid working after probation (3 days in the office / 2 from home)
• Flexible working hours between 8.00am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday
• 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
• 3 additional paid days for Christmas shutdown
• 2 days paid CPD leave per year
• Regular internal CPD and training sessions
• Monthly communal, paid-for light lunches during working hours
• Regular social events
• Free parking and a short walk from the train station

Culture

The studio offers a collaborative, inclusive and down-to-earth working environment where quality of work and quality of life are both taken seriously. Staff retention is strong, and progression is supported through mentoring, responsibility and ongoing professional development.