Associate Masterplanner

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary practice is seeking an Associate Masterplanner in Wakefield. This role focuses on design-led, narrative-driven work across major strategic masterplans and regeneration schemes. Ideal for a Senior Urban Designer seeking leadership and client exposure in a collaborative environment. The company offers generous benefits, including 28 days annual leave and professional development support.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Professional accreditation support

Discretionary employee ownership bonus

Free on-site parking

Regular social events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in urban design/masterplanning roles.
• Strong design background and clear strategy explanation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate teams and manage resources effectively.
• Lead complex masterplanning projects from concept to planning.

Skills

Urban Design

Communication

Sustainability

Education

Degree in Urban Design

Degree in Planning

Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

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We're working with a leading multidisciplinary practice on an Associate Masterplanner Job focusing on design-led, narrative-driven work across major strategic masterplans, new towns, and regeneration schemes. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Urban Designer or Masterplanner looking for more leadership and client exposure in a collaborative, people-first environment.

The company is employee-owned and actively supports personal development, with generous benefits including 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), professional accreditation support, social events, and training pathways.

Role & Responsibilities

- Coordinate teams and manage resources effectively
- Take part in site visits, stakeholder engagement, and client presentations
- Lead complex masterplanning projects from concept through to planning
- Produce high-quality reports, design codes, visions, DAS, feasibility studies, and presentation material
- Support wider studio marketing and business development activity
- Guide junior staff and contribute to evolving design strategies.

Required Skills & Experience

- 5+ years of experience in urban design/masterplanning roles
- A strong design background and the ability to explain strategy and narrative clearly
- Comfortable working across scales - from strategic masterplans to fine grain interventions
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Excellent verbal and visual communication skills
- Passionate about sustainability, inclusive design, and creating great places
- Degree-qualified in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, or related discipline
- UK driving licence and access to a car.

What you get back

- £50,000 - £55,000
- Hybrid working
- Discretionary and tax-free employee ownership bonus
- Up to 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Support with professional accreditation
- Free on-site parking
- Regular social events and community-focused initiatives

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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