Masterplanner
- Central London
- £38,000-44,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
An award-winning, employee-owned UK architecture, landscape, and urban design studio with a reputation for design excellence, sustainability, and workplace culture. With studios across the UK and Ireland, the practice delivers major masterplanning, regeneration, residential, and education projects, and is expanding its masterplanning offer.The RoleWe are seeking a Masterplanner / Urban Designer to join a collaborative and growing team. The role will involve supporting the delivery of significant masterplanning projects, developing strong design visions, and contributing to the long-term growth of the practice. You will work closely with the Head of Masterplanning and multidisciplinary teams across several UK studios.ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate masterplanning projects from concept through to planning stages.Contribute to strategic design thinking, client presentations, and community consultation.Support cross-studio collaboration and project delivery.Help develop innovative solutions in line with sustainability and zero-carbon goals.Ensure client satisfaction and project quality through proactive communication and management.Your BackgroundMinimum 4 years' post-qualification experience in urban design or masterplanning within the UK built environment sector.Relevant academic background - a degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Planning, combined with a postgraduate qualification in Urban Design or Masterplanning (or equivalent).Proven ability to contribute to and manage large-scale masterplanning and urban design projects.Strong knowledge of UK planning systems, outline applications, and design codes.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging clients, stakeholders, and communities.Proficiency in design and visualisation software (Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and/or SketchUp).DesirableExperience working within education-led masterplanning (schools, higher education campuses, learning environments).Track record of design excellence, competitions, or research-led approaches.Understanding of sustainability frameworks and their integration into urban design.Why This Role Stands OutFlexibility: Hybrid working with opportunities across multiple UK studio locations.Employee Ownership: Be part of a purpose-driven, employee-owned business where your voice matters.Career Development: Access to structured learning and development through an internal academy and training support.Wellbeing: Competitive lifestyle package including health cash plans, wellness initiatives, and travel support.Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive practice recognised nationally for its workplace culture.