Senior/Associate Landscape Planner - Kent

LEAD Careers; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape studio in Kent is seeking a Senior/Associate Landscape Planner to work on diverse projects from countryside homes to large-scale developments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in landscape architecture and be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute. Responsibilities include site assessments and collaborating with a creative team to develop innovative design solutions. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working with family-friendly benefits

28 days of holiday plus a day off on birthday

Healthcare benefits

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale landscape projects.
• Understanding of Green Belt and scenic landscapes.
• Familiarity with tall building assessments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assessing sites for various landscape projects.
• Creating plans that balance design and sustainability.
• Collaborating with a creative team to bring ideas to life.

Skills

Site assessments

Urban project experience

Environmental Impact Assessments

Education

Degree in landscape architecture

Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute

Job description

Role –Senior/Associate Landscape Planner

Location – Kent

Salary - £DOE

Are you a passionate landscape planner looking to leave your mark on exciting, diverse projects?

Lead Careers are working with a landscape studio who are on the lookout for a Senior/Associate Landscape Planner to join their growing team. If you're ready to take on everything from dreamy rural homes to cutting-edge wave parks, and from transforming historic industrial sites to designing sprawling country parks, this is the opportunity for you!

THE ROLE

As a Senior/Associate Landscape Planner, you´ll be at the heart of some exciting and diverse projects. From assessing sites to creating plans that balance design and sustainability, you´ll help shape everything from countryside homes to large-scale developments including country parks and wave parks. You´ll work closely with a creative team and external partners to bring ideas to life, ensuring each project is sensitive to its environment while pushing forward innovative design solutions. Whether leading site appraisals, collaborating with clients, or contributing to visualisations, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact and grow your career in a supportive, dynamic environment.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in landscape architecture
• Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute
• Proven expertise in site assessments
• Experience with urban, strategic, and large-scale projects
• A deep understanding of Green Belt, scenic landscapes, and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
• Experience as an expert witness (bonus points if you’ve testified or helped others!)
• A love for planning policies
• Familiarity with tall building assessments is a plus

ON OFFER

• Competitive Salary: Based on your experience
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model with family-friendly benefits
• 28 Days of Holiday (including bank holidays) + a day off on your birthday
• Healthcare Benefits to keep you feeling your best
• Career Growth: Support you as you grow with and lead future teams

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HOW TO APPLY

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