Reference
JS245
Sector
Architecture and Landscape Architecture
Salary
Competitive
Town/City
Birmingham
Contract Type
Permanent
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This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Landscape Planner to join a forward-thinking environmental consultancy that is redefining how the industry works. With a strong emphasis on wellbeing, innovation and meaningful work, the successful candidate will be part of a team that genuinely cares about people, the planet, and the projects they deliver.
The company operates at the intersection of landscape planning, ecology, arboriculture, and green infrastructure. They are known for challenging convention, putting purpose before profit, and delivering high-quality consultancy services with creativity and integrity. In return for their team’s commitment, they offer a true 4-day working week — without reducing pay — and a vibrant, supportive culture that puts people first.
The Role
The Landscape Planner will play a key role in delivering landscape planning services across a variety of urban and rural projects. They will be responsible for shaping development proposals from inception to submission, placing landscape considerations at the heart of project strategy.
Key responsibilities include:
Producing high-quality reports and assessments for planning applications
Conducting site feasibility and constraints analysis
Delivering Landscape and Visual Appraisals (LVA), Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA), and contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
Developing strategic landscape proposals and mitigation strategies
Collaborating with in-house ecology, arboriculture and GBI teams
Engaging with clients, stakeholders, statutory consultees, and local planning authorities
Supporting project delivery while benefiting from mentoring and personal development opportunities
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating better outcomes for people and places.
Essential requirements:
Degree in landscape architecture or a related subject
Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI) or working towards chartership
Strong skills in project management, report writing, and client liaison
Demonstrable experience in LVA/LVIA and input into landscape mitigation strategies
Good working knowledge of EIA and UK planning legislation
Comfortable advising clients on due diligence and risk relating to landscape and visual matters
Full UK driving licence
Right to work in the UK
Desirable:
Interest in mentoring junior colleagues
Experience contributing to or leading business development activities
Involvement in Public Inquiry work (or willingness to develop this skill)
Why Join Them?
This consultancy is built on values of honesty, empathy, and purpose. Team members enjoy a supportive, high-trust environment, and the business places strong emphasis on individual wellbeing, flexible working, and social impact. With a blend of meaningful work, genuine team spirit, and a culture that encourages growth, this is a place where people thrive — and make a real difference.
