Landscape Designer Job in Winchester Hampshire
Our client is currently seeking a Landscape designer to join the team. The role would focus on the designing of classical private gardens across historic estates private homes and listed properties.
Established over 25 years ago this design-led landscape studio specialises in high-end private residential projects across the South of England. With a focus on sensitive, place-led design, they work across country gardens, listed buildings, rural estates and new homes, often collaborating with architects, planners and interior designers.
The practice is known for its thoughtful and research driven approach, creating designs rooted in the history, architecture and wider setting of each site. Their work blends traditional design principles with deep horticultural knowledge, aiming to create gardens that inspire and endure.
Role & Responsibilities
1. Lead or support design across all project stages: concept, detail and build monitoring
2. Conduct client meetings and site visits throughout the project
3. Work on gardens surrounding listed buildings, country estates and rural homes
4. Contribute to planting design and material selection
5. Liaise with architects, contractors and gardeners to ensure design integrity
6. Mentor junior team members
7. Represent the practice with clarity and professionalism
Required Skills & Experience
8. 4+ years’ experience in Uk Landscape projects
9. Experience in traditional garden design is highly beneficial but not essential
10. Excellent plant knowledge and understanding of seasonal planting
11. Confident presenting ideas and liaising directly with clients
12. Strong grasp of traditional/classical garden design principles is benefical
13. Proficient in Vectorworks (training offered); 3D skills are a bonus
14. Comfortable collaborating within multidisciplinary teams
15. Driving licence required for site visits
What you get back
16. Salary: £40,000 – £65,000 depending on experience
17. Private healthcare
18. 5% matched pension
19. Paid parking and company phone
20. Discretionary bonus scheme
21. Holiday allowance increasing annually (up to 10 extra days)
22. Hybrid working after 6 months