Be part of something great.
Whatever your passion within the garden design sector, we’re always on the look out for great people to work with us. If you’re a designer, landscaper or horticulturalist, we’d love to hear from you.
We believe that it takes teamwork to create a beautiful garden.
We’re always on the lookout for talented professionals who share our passion for designing, building and tending stunning gardens. Perhaps you are a garden designer with an eye for detail, a landscaper with a desire to see gardens built to the highest standards, a horticulturalist who wants to maintain exquisite gardens, or someone working in the many trades that support the creation of a new garden.
Full time Landscape Architect / Garden Designer
Part time Landscape Architect / Garden Designer
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the design team at Rob Hardy & Co, based in our studio on the beautiful Harewood Estate. We welcome applications for both part-time and full-time permanent positions.
As a creative and motivated professional, you will bring enthusiasm, organisation, and a strong team spirit—helping to build our reputation for excellence. You will ideally have some experience in the sector, perhaps running your own design studio or working within an established practice.
A good knowledge of Vectorworks is essential. However, if you are trained in another CAD software, we will provide support to help you transition smoothly.
In this role, you will be a key part of our design team, working closely with Rob and collaborating with our employed and freelance designers. You will contribute to delivering outstanding projects, ensuring they meet the high standards our clients expect.
At Rob Hardy & Co, we are a passionate and collaborative team, and we value creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, contribute, and be part of something special, we would love to hear from you.
Key objectives of the role:
o Create beautiful and compelling designs that satisfy a range of clients
o Manage design projects from start to finish, communicating with the client and our team
o Work to project timescales to ensure the design process is prompt and efficient
o Help develop processes and techniques alongside the team
Responsibilities:
o Design well-annotated concept plans using Vectorworks
o Prepare master plans and construction details using Vectorworks
o Create imaginative planting plans
o Work effectively with different teams, individuals, and attend site visits when required
o Keep pace with new products, materials, design ideas and current trends
o Demonstrate enthusiasm and attention to detail in all aspects of the role
o Look for opportunities for continual improvement in all that we do
Attributes:
o Fully qualified landscape designer, landscape architect or experienced garden designer
o Excellent standards of design and presentation
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills
o Good horticultural knowledge
o Good knowledge of construction and materials
o Solid organisational and planning skills
o Ideally will have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
Preferred qualifications:
o Relevant Degree or Diploma in Landscape Architecture or Garden Design
o Knowledge and experience of Vectorworks
o Knowledge of creating visuals in Adobe Photoshop
To discuss further, please email hello@robhardy.co.uk, attaching your portfolio and outlining your salary expectations, or call us on 0113 479 0579 to arrange a conversation with Rob.
‘Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much’.
- Helen Keller