Policy Planner - Principal & Associate

Arup • cardiff, wales • Posted June 14, 2026

About the Role

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have guided us for over 80 years, shaping a better world.

The Opportunities

Arup’s Cities, Planning and Design portfolio delivers specialist knowledge across a range of challenges, including major infrastructure delivery, sustainable economic development, energy transition, social value integration, policy framework design and inclusive decision‑making. Our growing UK Policy Planners team works on high‑profile projects shaping the future of places, from local plan reform to masterplanning and strategic masterplans for new towns.

Is this role right for you?

We are seeking Principal‑level Policy Planners with a background in cities, planning policy, strategic planning, governance and delivery vehicles.

Responsibilities

As a Principal Policy Planner, you will manage assignments for a mix of public and private sector clients, working with consultants a...