20 Urban Planning jobs in London

Location: London
Division: Planning
Reports to: Director of Planning

A well-established national planning consultancy is seeking a dynamic and commercially focused Regional Director to lead the Planning team based in London. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to drive growth, manage a multidisciplinary team, and take responsibility for client development across a range of sectors including Residential, Commercial, and Estates.

The successful candidate will help shape the direction of the division, contribute to the overall company strategy, and act as a senior representative of the business within the industry.

• Team & Office Leadership: Manage and mentor the London planning team, overseeing project delivery, performance, and staff development.

• Strategic Oversight: Support the Director of Planning with national division strategy and business operations.

• Client & Business Development:

  • Build and strengthen relationships with new and existing clients.

  • Lead client-facing activity including tenders, presentations, and negotiations.

  • Identify growth opportunities across all sectors and convert them into revenue-generating projects.

• Cross-disciplinary Collaboration: Foster integration with other teams and disciplines across the company to deliver holistic client solutions.

• Project Delivery:

  • Manage complex planning projects independently, including appeals and strategic planning assessments.

  • Provide expert guidance to colleagues, clients, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Operational Responsibility:

  • Oversee financial performance, resource planning, and SHEQ compliance for the office.

  • Lead contractual negotiations with clients and suppliers.

• RTPI-accredited degree and Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI).

• Minimum 8 years' professional experience, including private sector exposure and leadership on large-scale schemes.

• 3-5+ years in a people management or operational leadership role, ideally within a consultancy setting.

• Proven ability to win and manage high-value projects with minimal senior oversight.

• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and political context.

• Exceptional client relationship, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Advanced project management and report writing abilities.

We believe in supporting and rewarding our people. Benefits include:

• Private medical insurance

• Medical cash plan

• Discounted gym memberships

• Employee assistance programme

• Enhanced annual leave + loyalty days

• Hybrid working

• Lifestyle discounts (retail, travel, entertainment)

• Company bonus scheme

• Defined promotion windows

• Team celebrations and events

• Enhanced pension contributions

• Life assurance cover

• Funded professional membership

• Protected CPD time

• Access to industry-leading learning resources

• Clear career progression framework

If you're an experienced planning professional with a strong network, leadership capability, and commercial drive, this is a unique opportunity to shape and grow a successful office within a collaborative and ambitious national practice.

• Develop and implement comprehensive community development strategies and action plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, local organisations, and stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate community events, workshops, and engagement activities.
• Manage and grow the organisation's online community platforms (social media, forums, newsletters).
• Identify community needs and challenges, and develop programmes and initiatives to address them.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support community programmes.
• Represent the organisation at community meetings and public forums.
• Develop and manage the community development budget.
• Create engaging content to communicate the organisation's impact and activities to the community.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community programmes and initiatives, reporting on outcomes.
• Advocate for community interests and ensure their voices are heard by decision-makers.

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, Sociology, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in community development, non-profit management, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successful community engagement and programme delivery.
• Excellent understanding of community organizing principles and practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Experience in volunteer management and coordination.
• Proficiency in social media management and digital engagement tools.
• Ability to develop strategic plans and manage budgets effectively.
• Passion for social justice and community empowerment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
• Experience in fundraising or grant writing is a plus.

Senior Urban Designer to join a busy and personable team, this position is paying an annual salary 45,000 . Working hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 6:00pm.

Duties:

• Feasibility layouts from homes
• Landscape-led masterplans, primarily focused on residential delivery
• Outline planning applications
• Reserved Matters and Detailed applications
• Carrying out site visits and appraisals
• Writing reports/DAS's etc
• Project tendering
• Checking drawings/information to ensure quality remains as high as possible
• Mentoring junior staff

Benefits:

• 45,000
• Holiday
• Pension
• TAX free bonus scheme
• Healthcare Cover Scheme

Experience required:

• Leadership skills and a willingness to take on responsibility
• Good communication skills, as interaction with other professionals, authorities and clients
• Must be conversant with all packages in Microsoft Office & AutoCAD, Adobe
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team;
• A logical and practical approach as well as an ability to solve problem;
• Time management and ability to prioritise workloads

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website.

A global architecture & design studio, known for high profile and eye-catching designs within masterplanning, hospitality, residential and mixed projects, are looking for a Senior Urban Designer who can speak Arabic to join their London studio.

About this role

This award-winning design studio comprised of Architects, Masterplanners, Interior Designers, and Urban Design specialists is seeking an experienced Urban Designer to support large-scale projects across regional and national contexts globally. The role includes site analysis, design development, and producing high-quality drawings and reports. You’ll work closely with project leaders, clients and designers to deliver creative, coordinated, and innovative design solutions.

About you

• You will have advanced knowledge of Revit or Rhino, ideally both
• You will have experience working on a range of large scale and complex projects
• You will have experience working internationally on projects with a focus on The Middle East
• You will have proven ability to manage complex projects and work effectively within collaborative teams.
• You will have strong design, analytical, and presentation skills—both visual and verbal.
• You will have experience using a wide range of design tools like ArcGIS, Grasshopper, Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.
• You will ideally be able to speak Arabic fluently to a professional level - this isn't a deal breaker
• You will have worked at a leading architecture practice in a similar role

What’s on offer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global architecture and design studio and be part of a thriving international team of Architects, Urban Designers and masterplanning specialists working on some truly unique projects. This studio offers competitive benefits and perks including yearly discretionary bonus, private medical / life insurance and a flexible work environment that supports good work-life balance. They currently work in a hybrid arrangement with 3 days in office and the rest from home.

If you’re a talented Urban Designer and you’re looking for a practice where you can really make your mark, send your CV to FOUND Careers today!

**Please note, you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this role**