Landscape Planner

Lead Careers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in London is seeking a Landscape Planner to lead landscape and visual assessments across various projects. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth. Candidates should have a degree in Landscape Architecture, experience with landscape assessments, and knowledge of the UK planning system. The position includes responsibilities in project management and team mentoring.

Benefits

Competitive salary & enhanced pension

Private medical insurance

Annual leave that grows with your service

Season ticket loans & cycle-to-work scheme

Life assurance & employee recognition awards

Flexible working & wellbeing support

Ongoing training and CPD programs

Qualifications

• A degree in Landscape Architecture.
• CMLI status (or on your way there!).
• Experience with landscape/townscape/visual appraisals & assessments.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system.
• Hands-on experience with Autodesk, GIS, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading landscape planning projects across commercial, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
• Conducting landscape/townscape and visual impact assessments.
• Providing strategic insights and design advice.
• Managing projects, teams, and client relationships.
• Getting hands-on with every stage of the planning process.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members.
• Growing your skills through ongoing training and development.

Job description

Role - Landscape Planner

Location - London

Salary - £38 - £42K DOE

Are you passionate about landscapes, sustainability, and making places that truly matter? Here's your chance to join a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary consultancy that's redefining what great design and planning look like. Our client is looking for a Landscape Planner to lead landscape and visual assessments across an exciting mix of projects, from renewable energy to residential and commercial developments.

THE COMPANY

A vibrant team of Landscape Architects, Ecologists, and Environmental Consultants who love what they do. They collaborate, innovate, and deliver, with a healthy dose of laughter along the way! This is a group that believes great ideas come from great people (and yes, the occasional coffee‑fueled brainstorm). With a proven track record, an incredible client list, and big ambitions for the future, they're looking for someone equally passionate to join their journey.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading landscape planning projects across commercial, infrastructure, and energy sectors
• Conducting landscape/townscape and visual impact assessments
• Providing strategic insights and design advice
• Managing projects, teams, and client relationships
• Getting hands‑on with every stage of the planning process
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Growing your skills through ongoing training and development

REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Landscape Architecture
• CMLI status (or on your way there!)
• Experience with landscape/townscape/visual appraisals & assessments
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system
• Hands‑on experience with Autodesk, GIS, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• A full UK driving licence

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary & enhanced pension
• Private medical insurance
• Annual leave that grows with your service (plus buy extra if you want more adventures!)
• Season ticket loans & cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Life assurance & employee recognition awards
• Flexible working & wellbeing support (including Mental Health First Aiders)
• Ongoing training, CPD programs, and career progression opportunities
• And yes… a team that actually enjoys what they do!

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 phone to find out what else may be out there.

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