Landscape Architect / Landscape Officer

Warwickshire County Council; Warwick; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Warwickshire County Council is hiring for multiple landscape roles, including Senior Landscape Architect and Landscape Officer. These positions focus on providing planning advice and supporting biodiversity initiatives. Join a dedicated team committed to environmental recovery and community engagement.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Agile Working

Generous Annual Leave

Vivup Benefits and Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with grants like Forestry Commission.
• Expertise in updating Landscape Character Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning advice on county and district applications.
• Support Natural Capital team in planting 566,000 trees by 2030.

Skills

Planning Advice

Team Integration

Biodiversity Knowledge

Job description

Warwickshire County Council's Ecology, Historic Environment & Landscape Team is seeking to hire a Senior Landscape Architect, a Landscape Officer, or an Assistant Landscape Officer.

Positions Available:

1. Senior Landscape Architect (£40,476 - £42,708)
2. Landscape Officer (£35,235 – £37,938)
3. Assistant Landscape Officer (£27,711 – £30,060)

For further details and to apply, please click here.

Join Warwickshire County Council, the first council to deliver Biodiversity Net Gain and a leader in Natural Capital Investment to promote Landscape Recovery.

The primary responsibility of these roles is to provide planning advice on county applications (such as mineral extraction) and district applications (including residential and commercial developments). Additionally, you will support the Natural Capital team in achieving the goal of planting 566,000 trees by 2030, which is one tree for every resident of Warwickshire. Experience with grants (e.g., Forestry Commission) and understanding carbon markets would be beneficial.

Expertise in updating the Landscape Character Assessment for the county would be advantageous.

You will join a dedicated team of 15 ecological officers, 5 historic environment officers, and 1 landscape architect. More information on the team’s remit and structure can be found here.

General Information

We seek candidates who can integrate well with the existing team, bringing their skills and enthusiasm to expand their expertise. Our training plan supports progression from apprentices to Service Manager, aligned with chartered institute competency frameworks.

Role Details

For detailed roles, see the Job Description and Person Specifications below:

• Senior Landscape Architect
• Landscape Officer
• Assistant Landscape Officer

Why Work for Warwickshire?

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and supported. Our people are at the heart of this vision. Benefits include a local government pension scheme, agile working, generous annual leave, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts. More details can be viewed here.

Additional Information

For discussions about the role, contact David Lowe, Service Manager, via email at [e-mail] or by phone at 01926 418076.

Closing Date: 12 midnight on Monday, 9th June 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday, 17th June 2025

To apply, please click here.