Urban Designer

Urban Designer

• Location: UK Wide
• £33,265 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Ref: 140REC
• Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
• Base: Hybrid with the opportunity to work at your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Hub
• Contract: Permanent
• Disclosure: Basic/Enhanced/ DBS is not required for this position as the post holder will not be working with school and community groups in the region.

About the Role

Team: Delivery/ Infrastructure

As an Urban Designer, you will use your technical skills and professional expertise to produce high-quality design outputs. You will work with minimal supervision, but support is available when you need it.

In this role, you will help deliver complex projects by applying clear thinking, creative problem solving, and sound technical knowledge. Your work directly supports the mission of the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust by creating safe, sustainable and accessible infrastructure.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including designers, engineers, technicians, and other specialists. Together, you will support the delivery of projects and programmes that align with the Trust’s strategic priorities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage straightforward projects from start to finish, with support available when needed.
• Use sustainable and innovative design and construction practices in all projects.
• Apply recognised technical skills to produce clear and accurate project designs and outputs.
• Working directly with our partners and communities to develop sustainable design solutions
• Support business development by creating project proposals when requested.

This role is perfect for someone who loves bringing ideas to life and wants to develop a rich, varied design skillset. You’ll blend creativity with technical thinking to shape safer, more sustainable places — not just at your desk, but out in communities too. By engaging directly with the people who use these spaces, you’ll help create designs that genuinely reflect local needs and aspirations. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you’ll take on meaningful design challenges, grow quickly, and make a visible impact on the places people walk, wheel and cycle — all within a mission‑driven organisation that values innovation, learning and positive change.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

• You have either: a degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant field such as Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or another clearly related specialism, and at least 2 years of experience, or at least 5 years of relevant work experience without a degree.
• You can use design software confidently.
• You understand current guidance on healthy streets, including inclusive and holistic design approaches.
• You understand the basics of health and safety management and know how to apply the CDM Regulations in your work.
• The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

Living Our Values

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:

Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.

Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.

What We Offer

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.

Wellbeing Support

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
• Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
• Free, confidential support service available 24/7
• Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme

Financial Benefits

• Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly Policies

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday – Friday)

Additional Information

• Application deadline: 23:59, 28 April 2026
• Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams over a two-week period commencing from 11 May 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
• We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
• Adjustments are available throughout the application process.