Graduate Transport Planner / Engineer

We are seeking Graduate Consultants to join our London office at Mayer Brown Limited. The role will focus on supporting the delivery of sustainable transport, active travel, and placemaking projects. As a graduate, you will work alongside experienced consultants and contribute to a wide range of projects, gaining hands-on experience and developing your technical and professional skills.

You will:

• Support and contribute to transport planning projects that prioritise sustainability, active modes of travel, and people-focused places
• Assist in the development of active travel strategies, street design concepts, and placemaking assessments
• Support the preparation of feasibility studies and technical reports
• Use GIS tools to undertake spatial analysis and mapping for transport strategies, movement frameworks, and public realm schemes
• Assist with data collection, research, and analysis to inform project development
• Collaborate with colleagues, clients, and local authorities to support the delivery of integrated, sustainable mobility solutions

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in transport planning within a supportive and collaborative environment.

At Mayer Brown, we are passionate about creating sustainable and accessible communities. Our London-based team works on a variety of high-impact projects involving walking and cycling infrastructure, liveable neighbourhoods, road safety, and placemaking initiatives. We work in close partnership with public and private sector clients to shape more liveable cities. As a graduate, you will be part of a growing team committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering lasting change in urban environments.

We’d Love to Hear from You if You:

• Have recently graduated or are due to graduate in 2026
• Have (or are predicted) a 2:1 or above in a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in one or more of the following: Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Mathematics, Urban Design, Planning

And can demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in sustainable transport, walking and cycling infrastructure, and placemaking
• An understanding (or willingness to learn) of key guidance such as Manual for Streets and LTN 1/20
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, organised, and collaborative approach to work
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally

Desired skills and experience:

• Familiarity with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS or QGIS (desirable but not essential)
• Familiarity with Adobe Suite

Mayer Brown Limited is a leading UK consultancy specialising in transport planning, highways, and infrastructure design. We support our clients in delivering sustainable and innovative transport solutions that make a difference.

What we Offer:

• Structured Graduate Development
• A tailored graduate development programme
• Mentoring from experienced professionals
• Support towards professional accreditation (e.g. CIHT, TPS, RTPI or ICE)
• Career Progression
• Clear opportunities for progression within a growing team
• Regular feedback and development reviews
• Working Environment
• A London-based role with flexible, hybrid working options
• A collaborative and inclusive working culture
• A varied and rewarding workload across sectors and scales
• Benefits
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 25 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days. Annual leave allocation increases the longer you are with us
• Membership of our group pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Payment of subscription to Professional Institution
• Group Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Paid volunteer time

If you would like to join us at Mayer Brown in 2026, please apply ASAP and help shape better streets, better places, and better journeys. If you’re passionate about sustainable mobility and want to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Note: The anticipated start date for our 2026 cohort of graduates is September, however there is some flexibility to negotiate a preference if shortlisted. This advertisement is for our London graduate role – it would be helpful to know if you would also like to be considered for a role in the Woking office.