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Associate Urban Designer

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Reference #: 23199_1768403717
Location: London
Salary: £50000 - £55000 per annum
Benefits: + pension, flexi working
Sector: Planning & Design
Type: Permanent
Posted On: 14/01/2026

Associate Urban Designer

Overview
An established, multidisciplinary planning and design consultancy is seeking an Associate Urban Designer to join its growing urban design and masterplanning capability. This role suits an experienced urban designer who enjoys working across a broad range of residential-led projects, from detailed housing layouts through to strategic, large-scale masterplans, and who wants to influence the quality and direction of future development.

You'll be part of a collaborative planning and development environment, working closely with planners, architects, and technical specialists. While the role is ideally aligned with major UK hubs (including London, Cambridge, or Birmingham), flexibility is available for candidates based in other regional offices. Travel to project sites and meetings will form part of the position.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality urban design proposals, with a strong emphasis on residential layouts and placemaking.

  • Translate local and national design guidance into robust, policy-compliant design solutions.

  • Contribute to and lead the production of masterplans, design frameworks, capacity studies, and design codes.

  • Work closely with internal technical disciplines to coordinate design input throughout project lifecycles.

  • Prepare drawings, diagrams, and presentation material for planning submissions, pre-application discussions, and public or stakeholder engagement.

  • Oversee and organise urban design information supporting outline and detailed planning applications.

  • Attend project meetings, workshops, and consultations, representing the urban design perspective.

  • Support business development activity, including bids, fee proposals, and client presentations.

  • Collaborate with external consultants and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard.


Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in urban design and/or masterplanning within a consultancy environment.

  • Strong design capability supported by proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.

  • Solid understanding of the UK planning system and urban design policy context.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and contribute at both strategic and detailed design levels.

  • Confident communicator with experience engaging clients, consultants, and stakeholders.

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