Location
Elizabeth II Court, Winchester

Hours
37 hours per week (part-time hours will be considered)

Salary
£34,273 - £37,570 per annum

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Landscape Architectural Assistant to join the Landscape team within Property Services at Hampshire County Council. Property Services is a pioneering public service practice with a national reputation for inspirational, practical and resilient architecture, winning awards over many years. The team is a thriving multi-disciplinary design-led office of around 100 designers with an ever-increasing portfolio of exciting and varied projects.

As a Landscape Architectural Assistant, you will support the landscape design and delivery of construction projects, providing a service of the highest quality. You will assist in delivering creative and effective services, supporting the planning, designing and successful delivery of projects safely, on time, within budget and with positive client feedback. Your role will involve supporting multi-disciplinary design teams throughout all project stages from inception to completion.

Joining Hampshire County Council offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience, see your projects built and further your professional career. Based in the historic city of Winchester, the council supports flexible working arrangements blending home and office-based work. The workplace is motivating, inclusive and collaborative, with a strong focus on teamwork and professional development. Benefits include holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time, family friendly policies, interest free travel loans and discounts.

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK, offering a pleasant, supportive and forward-looking working environment.

Experience
You will have relevant professional experience in landscape architecture, demonstrating excellent design skills and a passion for creating high-quality landscapes. Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams and on a diverse range of projects is essential. Familiarity with construction principles, materials and statutory requirements including Health and Safety, Building Regulations and planning procedures is required.

Experience with CAD and digital design tools is essential. Knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp and Revit is advantageous.

About you
You are a collaborative team player with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. You communicate clearly and confidently, with strong presentation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders. You demonstrate sound judgement in complex situations and have a proactive approach to problem solving. You are highly motivated, resilient and customer focused, committed to continuous professional development and keen to build your career within a supportive environment.

Qualifications
You will hold an undergraduate degree and a postgraduate Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from a Landscape Institute accredited course. An aspiration to progress through the Landscape Institute's Pathway to Chartership is desirable.