Permanent,  full-time (hybrid)

Are you a talented and ambitious Landscape Planner ready for your next big challenge? Or a Graduate in a related discipline (Geography, Environmental Sciences, Planning, etc.) working in the Landscape Planning field?

Join our highly reputable, creative and award-winning studio where your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your contribution can truly shape the future. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to work alongside some of the most respected and experienced practitioners in the field on projects of national significance that genuinely make a difference.

Whether you’re passionate about large-scale urban expansions, sensitive landscapes, or visionary masterplans, you’ll find the work here both exciting and deeply rewarding. We offer a supportive, collaborative studio environment where creativity thrives, along with flexible working arrangements that help you balance life and work on your terms. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and want to be part of something meaningful, Gillespies would love to hear from you.

The Role:

Join us in Gillespies’ vibrant London studio and take a key role in delivering a wide mix of landscape planning projects — from Landscape/Townscape and Visual Impact Assessment, and character assessments, to sensitivity studies and creative mitigation strategies.
Our work is as diverse as it is meaningful: from major clean energy and infrastructure schemes shaping the UK’s future, to small-scale, sustainable developments in some of the country’s most valued and protected landscapes.
This position offers excellent career prospects with great opportunities for significant advancement for the right candidate.

What you’ll bring to the team:

•    A post-graduate degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field, e.g. Geography, Environmental Sciences or Planning
•    Minimum 1 year’s experience in landscape planning work

•    Sharp analytical thinking and excellent report writing skills
•    Strong grasp of the UK planning system and how it all fits together
•    Good understanding of LVIA and a clear comprehension of EIA and planning policy
•    Confident communicator with great presentation and organisation skills
•    Calm under pressure, deadline savvy and ready to take initiative
•    Full UK driving licence – and happy to travel when needed

Beneficial skills:

•    Experience in report production and graphical site analysis
•    Experience with fieldwork and viewpoint photography for LVIA is preferable
•    Proficiency in GIS software (ArcView/ArcGIS) and Adobe suite is ideal

What’s in it for you?

•    Work on high-profile, exciting projects across the UK and internationally
•    Enjoy a competitive salary with a strong package of benefits
•    Fast-track your career with a clear path for development and progression
•    Flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance
•    Hybrid setup – currently 2 days from home, 3 days in our vibrant studio
•    HSF Healthcare cashback scheme + Employee Assistance Programme
•    Perkbox membership with access to wellness perks and discounts
•    Full support for your professional growth – including paid professional memberships and P2C
•    Be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your voice is heard.

We are serious about developing your career. Whether you’re working towards your P2C or looking to take the next step, you’ll get hands-on experience across a wide range of projects, guided by expert mentors who know how to get you where you want to go.

To Apply:

Think you’re the right fit? Click on the link to upload your CV and portfolio. In your cover letter, please clarify your salary expectations and current notice period (if applicable).

The deadline for applications is 30th of June 2025.

References will be requested following the interview process. Please note that, after acknowledging receipt of your application, we will only be able to respond to those who are selected for further consideration.

Gillespies is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce. We are committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination while upholding the personal dignity of every individual.  We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, marital status, or civil partnership. We recognise that a diverse workforce is a key driver of creativity and innovation, and we actively seek to employ individuals from diverse backgrounds. This diversity enhances our work environment, fosters inclusivity, and promotes the value of different perspectives.  Our employment decisions are based solely on merit, job requirements, and business needs. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community in which we operate.

Office name

Gillespies Landscape Architects

Job Location

London

Method of applications

Through the website – link below

Deadine for applications

June 30, 2025
Application URL: https://gillespies.bamboohr.com/careers/101