Graduate/Junior Urban Designer - London

HTA Design LLP is an award winning multi-disciplinary design partnership of specialist teams working collaboratively in Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Communications Design, Sustainability, and Planning.

Working alongside senior designers, architects, and planners, the Graduate/Junior Urban Designer will contribute to the design and planning of sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing urban environments. The role will involve developing urban design strategies, creating visual materials, and ensuring that projects align with local and national planning policies.

You will work on a diverse range of projects, including strategic visions, masterplans, feasibility studies, and the production of Parameter Plans and Design Codes for Planning Applications. Additional responsibilities include contributing to planning, research, and design for town centre regeneration, capacity studies, characterisation, tall building and visual impact assessments, and assisting with public consultations and stakeholder engagement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to develop their skills and gain valuable experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

To be considered for this role, the successful candidate will have:

• Relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, or equivalent architectural related degree.

• An understanding of urban design best practice and UK planning policy.
• Some experience of survey and analysis of sites, preparation of base plans and supporting material required for urban design and master planning work is desirable.
• Strong visual and graphic design skills with proficiency in all or some of the following software packages: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and GIS tools.
• Displays confidence in employing a range of hand drawn and technical drawing skills to a good level.
• Able to use various computer software programmes including but not limited to: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Affinity, SketchUp to create supporting materials.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong collaborative internal and external working relationships.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to apply creative thought and energy to a range of projects.