Junior Urban Designer

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for placemaking, masterplanning, and residential design? We’re working with a respected urban design practice that’s expanding its team and looking for a bright, enthusiastic Junior Urban Designer to support ongoing projects across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing urban design studio based in central London, with strong links to a wider team of architectural and design professionals. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on a range of residential and regeneration schemes, including early-stage feasibility, concept development, and planning support.

Why this role?

• You’ll collaborate with experienced directors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Gain exposure to both strategic masterplans and detailed residential layouts.
• Be part of a studio environment that values traditional and classical architecture.
• Excellent training, mentorship, and career progression on offer.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting with site appraisals and helping to maximise development potential.
• Supporting the design of sketch layouts, feasibility studies, and detailed plans.
• Contributing to the creation of design codes, development briefs, and Design & Access Statements.
• Attending public consultations, stakeholder workshops, and client meetings.
• Helping to prepare CAD drawings, sketches, and presentation materials for planning applications.
• Getting involved with site visits, surveys, and collaborative design reviews.

What they’re looking for:

• A degree (or master’s) in Architecture or Urban Design.
• Up to 3 years’ experience in practice (graduates welcome).
• Strong drawing skills - both by hand and on CAD (ArchiCAD training provided).
• An interest in traditional, contextual, and character-led design.
• Confident communicator with solid written English and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn.

Desirable extras:

• Familiarity with masterplanning processes and housing-led regeneration projects.
• Interest in classical architecture and design heritage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD platforms (ArchiCAD)

Perks:

• Structured support and training for career development.
• Opportunity to shape real-world communities and public spaces.
• Flexible working environment with site visits and varied project exposure.