Gillespies is a multidisciplinary landscape and urban design practice with offices in London, Oxford, Manchester, Leeds and Abu Dhabi. For over six decades the firm has blended regenerative design principles with deep cultural insight to create masterplans, public realms, and biophilic spaces that nurture both people and ecosystems. Their portfolio ranges from rooftop gardens for corporate campuses to large‑scale regional masterplans such as Elephant Park and the Television Centre, demonstrating a commitment to context‑driven, resilient design. Gillespies’ distinctive edge lies in its free‑thinking, globally‑sourced team that translates human stories into tangible, sustainable places.
Open Positions
Designer (Landscape Architect / Architect) - Freelancer
Minimum 2 years of experience in architecture, landscape architecture, or a closely related design discipline. Degree and postgraduate qualification required. Proficiency in CAD-based design workflows and Adobe Creative Suite
Graduate/Assistant Designer - Freelancer
Relevant degree, basic understanding of the UK planning system and policy context, awareness of technical standards
Senior/Principal Designer (Landscape Architect / Architect) – Freelance
Minimum 4 years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, or related design fields, with a strong portfolio and technical capability
Senior Landscape Architect
4 years of experience in landscape architecture, Bachelor's degree and Postgraduate Diploma / MA in Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architect / Senior Landscape Architect (Oxford, UK)
2-4 years of experience, Bachelor's and Postgraduate Diploma / MA in Landscape Architecture, UK practice experience