Lead the Next Chapter in Sydney's Urban & Landscape Design Story Shape a new Sydney studio with the backing of an established Canberra practice and a portfolio already landing in Sydney Drive design-led, multidisciplinary projects that balance greenfield and brownfield sites across urban design and landscape architecture Enjoy a 4-day work week, a collaborative studio culture, and the freedom to focus on creativity and client-facing leadership Why this role is different? This is your chance to step into a founding leadership role for a new Sydney presence that already has momentum. You'll be joining a design-driven business that has built its name on delivering thoughtful, creative, and people-focused urban and landscape solutions. With a strong pipeline of Canberra and Sydney projects already underway, you won't be starting from scratch; you'll be shaping the next stage of growth! What you'll be doing (and why you'll love it) Leading a 50/50 mix of urban design and landscape projects, no two days will feel the same Acting as the face of projects, working directly with clients to set and drive design direction Collaborating within mid-sized project teams that include junior and mid-level support, alongside two other senior design leads Contributing to a culture where creativity, relationships, and design excellence come first Is this you? 7 years' experience in urban design with a strong portfolio of project delivery Confident in client liaison and front-end design leadership as well as business development Value autonomy, you prefer leading by design rather than heavy team management Comfortable with software such as Vectorworks (ideal) or AutoCAD What's in it for you Monday to Thursday work week, giving you long weekends, every weekend A tight-knit, supportive studio culture where personality fit and creativity are valued Projects that challenge you creatively, not commercially driven real estate rollouts, but design-led solutions with impact A salary tailored to your experience, with the potential to grow your influence as the Sydney studio grows Potential lead to Directorship and profit share within the business If this sounds like you, you have 3 options Send me an email - millie@connexusrecruitment.com Drop me a message on LinkedIn Click Apply!
