Job Description
We are looking to grow our Inclusive Design team and are inviting applications for Inclusive Design Consultants across a range of experience levels. We are open to shaping the role around the right person, from consultant through to more senior appointments. This role can be based from any of our UK offices, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements available.
You will be working within WSP's Inclusive Design team – a collaborative team working with a wide range of local authority and private sector clients across the UK to help them achieve their inclusive ambitions in creating spaces and solutions for diverse populations. You will take the lead on delivering a wide range of projects at all stages, working with colleagues across transport planning, design, placemaking, engagement and more.
The role will involve research activities, delivering focus groups, undertaking inclusion assessments, policy and strategy, and providing input to engineering solutions. We believe inclusive environments are best shaped by a diverse coalition of voices, and we’re looking for someone who is open‑minded, curious, and committed to meaningful change.
Your Responsibilities
* Working directly with clients to help define and deliver their inclusive design ambitions
* Leading or contributing to projects across research, strategy, policy, and delivery stages
* Undertaking inclusive design assessments and applying a broad equity lens to projects
* Supporting and delivering engagement activities, including research and focus groups
* Managing projects, budgets and programmes of work (where appropriate)
* Preparing, reviewing and checking technical outputs and reports
* Collaborating with colleagues across WSP’s transport, planning, design and engagement teams
* Staying up to date with industry best practice and emerging thinking in inclusive design
* Contributing to business development, work winning and the growth of our Inclusive Design offer
* Mentoring and supporting the development of colleagues (for more senior roles)
Your Team
The Inclusive Design team is based in offices across the UK & Ireland. We enjoy our work and are exceptionally enthusiastic people who are great at what we do. This is an excellent opportunity to develop in your career through exposure to a wide variety of experiences. Our team is driving meaningful change across our business and the wider industry, ensuring that our places, projects, and people reflect the diverse communities we serve.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
* A background in transport, social research, behavioural science or human factors, however, we are keen to explore all backgrounds and experience
* Experience of inclusive design principles and the ability to apply them in practice
* Proven ability to successfully deliver projects
* Proven track record in project management and financial controlResponsibility for business development and work winning
* Passion for mentoring and developing talent
* Ability to apply a broad equity lens
* Excellent ability to engage with stakeholders including public sector officials, members of the public and other senior colleagues
What’s in it for you?
Work‑life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. We offer a hybrid working policy allowing you to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We encourage employees to bring their whole selves to work and celebrate integrity, respect, and inclusion.
Health & Wellbeing: We provide a Thrive programme, a Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, a Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex Your Time: Our “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up time earlier or later.
To enhance work‑life balance, we also offer part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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