About Us

With nine design studios worldwide, chances are you've encountered our work. We specialise in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, and urban design. Our diverse, multi-disciplinary team brings together a wealth of skills and perspectives that unlock the economic, social, and cultural potential of projects.

Across our studios we connect insight and creativity, creating a better future by designing the world’s best places – places people love, is what drives us.

At Hassell, we're dedicated to sustainability and regenerative design. Our designers play a pivotal role in shaping a better future for communities and our planet. Join us in making a lasting impact.

The Role:

As Sustainable Design Leader at Hassell, you will play a pivotal role in implementing our Sustainability Framework. Collaborating with the Head of Sustainability and the global Sustainability Team, you'll work both locally and globally to embed sustainable and regenerative approaches into every project, elevating our designers' capabilities and delivering impactful outcomes.

What You'll Do:

Collaborate with project teams, providing guidance on sustainable and regenerative design principles.
Be part of our London studio leadership team to help bring global lesson to our London studio and to elevate London exemplars globally.
Represent Hassell externally with Clients and in industry.
Work with our Heads of Design and our team of Sustainable Design Leaders to drive our regenerative design process both locally and globally.
Apply your deep technical expertise globally to tackle complex design challenges.
Work with the global Sustainability Team to design and roll out global upskilling and resource programs.
Collaboratively develop future sustainability and regenerative design strategy from Hassell’s global practice.

About You:

Your passion for sustainability and proven ability to drive positive change in projects have led you to this role. You bring:

Broad experience in the built environment.
Deep technical expertise in built environment, with experience and examples of guiding and evaluating best practice sustainability and regenerative outcomes.
Relevant qualification in Design, Engineering, Science, Environmental Management, Sustainability, or related disciplines.
A sound understanding of sustainability and regenerative design principles across various sectors.
Skills in systems thinking, considering broader project boundaries and stakeholder networks.
Proven experience translating sustainable concepts into tangible outcomes.
Excellent influence and facilitation skills.
The ability to synthesis complex information into a compelling case for change.
The ability to articulate value-based solutions linked to stakeholder drivers.
Talent for drawing insights and innovation from research to practical projects.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Why Choose Hassell?

Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well-being:

16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility
Inter-studio transfer opportunities
Wellbeing benefits
Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
Study assistance.

Hassell is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives, and practices of all individuals. We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included, and respected.

Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in-person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people.

Apply Now We're a fast-paced and proactive practice, so we don't wait until applications close to review them. Submit your CV and professional portfolio. Please note that we do not accept speculative candidates via agencies or third parties.

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