Our Career Journeys

We think Axis is a great place to build a career - but don’t just take our word for it...

Hear it from the horse’s mouth.

Below, you’ll find a series of honest conversations with colleagues from across Axis. They share what it’s really like to work here: the projects they’ve helped shape, the support they’ve received, and what makes Axis different.

If you’re considering joining us, these stories will give you a genuine insight into our culture, our people, and why so many choose to grow their careers with Axis

Ian Cansfield Career Journey

"It’s not just about finding people who are good at their jobs - it’s about how they’ll fit together"

Ian Cansfield Career Journey
From his early days in local government to leading planning teams across the UK, Ian’s career has been defined by growth, collaboration, and curiosity. Now heading up Axis’s Newcastle office, he shares what it takes to build a thriving team, the satisfaction of seeing projects through to completion, and why he still loves a good renovation challenge.
Ian's Journey
Jane Didnska

"Axis supported my needs as a new person in this country, encouraging me to work part-time and hybrid"

Jane Didnska
In this inspiring interview, Jane Didinska describes how Axis supported her after fleeing the war in her home country Ukraine, and talks about combining her knowledge of landscape with her architecture and engineering education.
Jane's Journey
Bobby Clayton

"Axis gave me the chance to develop a new skillset"

Bobby Clayton
Bobby had worked in the public and private sector before finding Axis. In this interview, Bobby elaborates on how he has found his niche at Axis, and how the diverse benefits of its supportive culture keep him happy.
Bobby's Journey
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“The supportive culture is why I choose Axis”

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Alex hadn’t thought of working in Transport Planning until learning about ‘placemaking’ at University, where this interest developed into a serious focus. In this candid conversation, Alex discusses how Axis supported her to shape her career around what she cares most about.
Alex's Journey
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"Axis let me bring my environmental qualifications into planning - and now I’m Chartered!"

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Jon Maginness describes how the guidance and mentorship he’s received at Axis has enabled him to flourish.
Jon's Journey
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"How Axis helped me shape my career - now I help others"

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Tom Roseblade explains how Axis supported him while he studied, from work experience in his first year at university, to a paid internship in third year, and hiring him more recently in 2021. And gives tips to graduates and young professionals wanting to follow in his footsteps…
Tom's Journey
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"How Axis boosted my graduate career in planning and gave me a flexible work/life balance"

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Hannah Walsh really wanted to work in development planning, but with very little experience, she was unsure on what to do once she graduated. Hannah explains how Axis helped her develop her career from graduate to Senior Planning Consultant, and gives tips to graduates wanting to follow in her footsteps.
Hannah's Journey

Live Vacancies

All levels considered

Landscape Architect

  • Chester / Manchester / Newcastle
Our landscape team is seeking a talented and motivated Landscape Architect with a strong focus on Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA).
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Landscape Architect

Design Lead

  • Chester / Manchester / Newcastle
Our landscape team is looking to add an ambitious landscape architect who will develop and manage our portfolio of landscape design projects.
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Senior Consultant

Planner

  • Chester / Newcastle
Opportunity for someone with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for planning to manage a variety of schemes working from their home and from our Chester and/or Manchester offices.
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Associate / Associate Director

Planner

  • Manchester
An exciting opportunity for an experienced planner to manage a variety of schemes working from their home and from our Manchester office in Wilmslow.
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Consultant (Junior, Graduate & Consultant levels)

Planner

  • Chester
We are looking for a planning consultant with between 2-4 years post qualification experience to work in the planning team in our Chester (Bretton) office.
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Senior Consultant

Transport Planner - Senior

  • Chester / Manchester / Newcastle
Our transport planning team is looking for a Senior Transport Planner.
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Speculative applications welcome

We’re always on the look out for great people to join the team. We love candidates with a distinctive personality,
pro-active approach and boundless enthusiasm.

We welcome applications for any future roles that may arise in our Chester (Bretton) or Manchester (Wilmslow) offices. Axis is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people. No agencies.