Assistant Urban Designer

Assistant Urban Designer – SheffieldSalary: £24,000 – £32,000 (DOE) + excellent benefitsHybrid working | Career progression | Dynamic consultancy

Are you an ambitious and creative urban designer at the early stages of your career, looking for a platform to grow within a highly regarded planning and design consultancy?

I'm working with a well-established, design-led planning practice that's looking to expand its urban design team with the appointment of a talented Assistant Urban Designer. Based in central Sheffield, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1-3 years of relevant experience who's ready to take the next step in their career.

The Role:

You'll be working as part of a multidisciplinary team on a diverse range of residential and mixed-use projects across the UK. This includes masterplanning, design codes, strategic site promotion and placemaking at varying scales – from concept through to planning.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting senior designers and planners with the preparation of urban design and masterplanning proposals

• Contributing to the development of design strategies and frameworks

• Producing high-quality illustrative material using software such as Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and SketchUp

• Assisting with site analysis, feasibility studies and stakeholder presentations

• Collaborating with a talented team of planners, architects, and landscape designers

About You:

• Degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or a related discipline (postgraduate qualification in Urban Design highly desirable)

• Strong design and graphic communication skills

• Proficiency in key design software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, SketchUp)

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in placemaking and sustainable development

What's On Offer:

• A competitive salary, tailored to your experience

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement

• Ongoing support for professional development (including Pathway to Chartership if applicable)

• A welcoming, creative studio culture within a growing national consultancy

This is a great chance to join a team where your ideas will be valued and where you can see your work make a tangible impact on communities.

Interested?If you're ready to grow your career with a forward-thinking design team in Sheffield, get in touch today for a confidential conversation. Send your CV and portfolio (PDF or online link) and I'll be happy to provide more details.