Landscape Architect - London

LEAD Careers; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAD Careers seeks a motivated Landscape Architect to join a multidisciplinary studio in London, contributing to high-profile public realm projects. The successful candidate will manage the design and delivery of large-scale landscape schemes, aligning with context-sensitive public space designs. A collaborative attitude and strong design experience are essential to thrive in this dynamic role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Involvement in diverse projects

Learning sessions and mentorship

Flexible working arrangements

Annual professional development allowance

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture with events

Qualifications

• Chartered (CMLI) or on the P2C.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to large-scale landscape schemes from concept to construction.
• Collaborating with senior team members and external consultants.
• Maintaining high work standards through all project phases.

Skills

Communication

Collaborative attitude

Planting design

3D visualisation

Education

BA in Landscape Architecture

MA in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Rhino

Revit

Lumion

Job description

Role – Landscape Architect

Location – London

Salary – £DOE

Our client is a multidisciplinary studio based in London. Their work spans streetscapes, parks, housing, education, and civic projects, often developed in collaboration with architects, artists, and communities. The studio is easily accessible via public transport, with London Bridge Station just a 10-minute walk away, offering connections to the Jubilee and Northern Lines, as well as National Rail services. Borough Station is 15 minutes on foot, and several bus routes also pass nearby.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for a motivated, creative, and detail-focused Landscape Architect (Chartered or on the P2C) to join their major projects team. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid design experience who is ready to take a key role in the delivery of high-profile public realm and infrastructure-led projects.

THE ROLE
The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of large-scale landscape schemes at various stages, from concept through to construction. Working closely with senior team members and external consultants, play a part in shaping resilient and context-sensitive public spaces. The role involves detailed design, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining a high standard of work through all project phases.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILLS

• A BA and MA in Landscape Architecture
• Chartered (CMLI) or on the P2C
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing roles
• A good understanding of the UK planning system
• Knowledge of UK plant species and planting design
• Strong hand drawing and 3D visualisation skills
• High proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Working knowledge of Rhino, Revit, Lumion, or Keyscape is an advantage
• A proactive, collaborative attitude and clear communication skills
• A particular interest in planting, ecology, and sustainable urban design
• Driving Licence

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Involvement in diverse projects
• Regular learning sessions, and mentorship
• Flexible working arrangements
• Annual professional development allowance
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing studio
• A sociable and supportive team culture with studio events and trips

THE NEXT STEP

If you are interested in this role or any other similar opportunities, please click apply and upload your CV, or contact Adam Johnston on 07510919594 to find out what else may be out there.

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