Associate Masterplanner

Associate Masterplanner job in Wakefield, West Yorkshire 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. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we\’ll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they\’ve successfully completed the probation period. Associate Masterplanner job in Wakefield, West Yorkshire – Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref: 15253) #LI-Hybrid