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
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Manage straightforward projects from start to finish, with support available when needed.
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Use sustainable and innovative design and construction practices in all projects.
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Apply recognised technical skills to produce clear and accurate project designs and outputs.
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Working directly with our partners and communities to develop sustainable design solutions
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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.
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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.
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You can use design software confidently.
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You understand current guidance on healthy streets, including inclusive and holistic design approaches.
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You understand the basics of health and safety management and know how to apply the CDM Regulations in your work.
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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.
Additional information
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Application deadline: 23:59, 28 April 2026
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Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams over a two-week period commencing from 11May 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
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We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
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Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Why work for us?
At Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
We're all here to change things. You'll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers all working together to change things for the better.
We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.
We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve. We welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.
You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.
What we offer
Wellbeing
- 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working.
- Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff).
- Staff volunteer days.
- 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service.
- We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes.
Financial
- 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 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in service benefit – 3 times annual salary.
Family-friendly
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).
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