Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Our People Movement team sits at the heart of the design process, shaping places that work for people by understanding how crowds move, interact and experience space. We work closely with architects, engineers, planners and clients to deliver inclusive, safe and high‑quality environments across transport, culture, sport and city development.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an experienced Associate to join our innovative, collaborative and creative People Movement team across the UK.

In this role, you will lead a wide range of People Movement projects, from high‑profile station schemes (including major UK interchanges), sports and major event venues, and iconic cultural destinations, to integrated masterplanning, commercial developments and international projects.

You will take a leading role in winning and delivering work, acting as Project Manager and technical lead on pedestrian planning and modelling commissions. This includes overseeing analysis, reports and presentations, advising clients on outcomes, and clearly communicating technical recommendations to diverse audiences. You will be trusted to deliver technical excellence while responding to client needs and project objectives.

Alongside project delivery, this role includes acting as a National Business Development Champion for the People Movement team, supporting work‑winning activity and helping grow our profile in key markets aligned with the National People Movement business plan.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

You will be passionate about People Movement and motivated by creating places that work for everyone. You will also bring:

· A strong understanding of the role People Movement plays in the design process and its value to project outcomes

· Experience leading projects and building trusted relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams

· Demonstrated expertise in pedestrian analysis and modelling, using tools such as Legion, MassMotion and/or Viswalk, alongside analytical tools such as Excel, PowerBI, scripting and/or GIS

· Experience delivering People Movement advice across complex environments, particularly stations, sports venues and major destinations, with a focus on inclusive and holistic outcomes

· The ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, producing well‑structured reports and presentations and confidently presenting recommendations to clients

You’ll also enjoy taking responsibility, being proactive, and supporting the development of others through leadership, mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Drina.zupanovicgerard@arup.com. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What We Offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Drina.zupanovicgerard@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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Closing Date: 18.04.2026

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.

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