Senior Landscape Advisor

Landscape Institute; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in landscape management in Wales seeks a Senior Landscape Advisor to provide expert advice on landscape and visual matters affecting development proposals. The role involves influencing planning strategies and mentoring colleagues to ensure high-quality, effective guidance reflecting the natural and cultural value of Wales' landscapes.

Qualifications

• Experienced professional in landscape advising.
• Technical expertise in landscape and visual matters.
• Ability to influence planning frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical advice on landscape and visual impact.
• Advise on Local Development Plans and landscape management plans.
• Support NRW colleagues through training and guidance.

Job description

Senior Landscape Advisor
Closing Date: 15 June 2025
Location: Flexible
Team / Directorate: Development Panning Advice Services, Operations
Starting salary:£41,132 rising to £44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants)
Contract type: Permanent
Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered – discussions at interview stage welcome)
Post number: 203911

The role
Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing Wales’ landscapes and seascapes? We’re looking for an experienced professional to take a lead role in advising on landscape and visual matters across a wide range of development and planning proposals.
As a Senior Landscape Advisor, you’ll provide expert technical advice on landscape, seascape, and visual amenity to both internal teams and external stakeholders. Your work will influence Local Development Plans, landscape management plans, and broader planning strategies—ensuring they reflect the value of Wales’ natural and cultural landscapes.
You’ll be a key contributor to our Development Planning Advice Service (DPAS), supporting colleagues through training, guidance development and mentoring. You’ll also help shape how NRW delivers consistent, high-quality advice across planning and development.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing technical expertise on landscape, seascape, and visual impact to support planning and strategic decision-making.
Advising on Local Development Plans, landscape management plans and other relevant planning frameworks.
Supporting colleagues across NRW through training and guidance development.
Building effective working relationships with planning authorities, developers, and key external stakeholders.
Ensuring landscape and visual considerations are integrated into NRW’s advice and planning responses.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead work that safeguards and enhances some of Wales’ most valued landscapes. If you’re ready to influence positive change through expert advice and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

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