Junior Landscape Architect / Junior Garden Designer

Landscape Institute; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected design practice is seeking a Junior Landscape Architect to join their talented team in London. The role offers hands-on experience in high-end residential projects and supports professional development, including pathways to Chartered Membership. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Landscape Architecture and strong design skills. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

23 days paid holiday + bank holidays

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative team culture

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Ideally 2–3 years’ experience in a design practice.
• Experience in rendering or visualisation is a plus.
• Genuine passion for landscape and garden design.

Responsibilities

• Support the team on high-end residential schemes.
• Contribute to projects from concept to delivery.
• Draw up design packages including detailed drawings.

Skills

Design and presentation skills

Technical skills (Adobe Creative Suite)

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline

Tools

Vectorworks

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Landscape Architect / Junior Garden Designer to join our supportive and talented team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer to develop their skills in a creative and collaborative environment. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across a range of projects, from concept design to planning, tender, and completion.

We take career development seriously, covering professional membership fees and providing educational support through the Pathway to Chartership. In addition to regular CPDs, we are open to ideas that enhance the workplace experience and further elevate the professionalism of our practice.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the team on a variety of exciting high‑end residential schemes.
• Contribute to projects at all stages, from concept through to delivery.
• Drawing up design packages, including detailed drawings and planting plans.
• Assist in developing and maintaining in‑house design resources and libraries.
• Developing your design, technical, and project delivery skills.
• Gaining exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration and client interaction.
• Supporting the refresh and growth of Studio Montagu’s online presence through creative website and social media content that showcases our projects and achievements.

About You:

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline.
• Ideally 2–3 years’ experience in a design practice.
• Strong design and presentation skills with an eye for detail.
• Good technical skills: Vectorworks, SketchUp, or AutoCAD (not essential); Adobe Creative Suite.
• Rendering or visualisation experience is a plus.
• A proactive, collaborative, and creative mindset.
• A genuine passion for landscape and garden design and a desire to grow professionally.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Pension scheme.
• 23 days paid holiday + bank holidays.
• Ongoing professional development including support for working towards the pathway to Chartered Membership.
• Collaborative, values‑led team culture focused on quality and creativity.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious and varied London‑based projects.
• Exposure to the full project lifecycle, including site experience.
• Practical, on‑site experience, collaborating closely with our supportive construction team.
• Agile working and quick project turnaround for diverse design experience.
• Flexible working arrangements – hybrid model (up to 3 days from home).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, design‑led practice known for its thoughtful and high‑quality landscapes across London.

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