Ella Phillips
About Ella Phillips
Ella Phillips is a Planner at Arup with a background in urban design and architecture. She has worked on various projects for clients such as Highways England and the Welsh Government, and is a member of several professional organizations.
Current Position at Arup
Ella Phillips currently holds the position of Planner at Arup. She has been in this role since 2020, contributing to various projects and initiatives the company undertakes. Arup is known for its innovative approach to planning and urban design, and Ella brings her comprehensive expertise in architecture and planning to the team's projects.
Previous Roles and Internships
Ella Phillips began her professional career as a Graduate Planner at Arup from 2018 to 2020. Before that, she held an internship at LDA Design in London as a Masterplanning / Urban Design Intern in 2018. Her earlier roles include an Assistant Planner position at Arena General Management Ltd. in Bath for four months in 2017, and a Graduate Student Mission Developer for Fusion UK in the South West Region from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she had work experience as an Assistant Architect at DKA Architects in Bath in 2009.
Educational Background
Ella Phillips has an extensive educational background. She earned her MSc in Architecture and Related Services from Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd in 2018. Prior to that, she completed an Oxford EdX in Economics and International Development from the University of Oxford in 2017. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Natural Sciences - Geography and Biological Sciences from Durham University, which she obtained in 2016. Her earlier education was completed at Ralph Allen School from 2005 to 2012.
Project Experience
Ella Phillips has worked on various impactful projects throughout her career. She has delivered projects for clients such as Highways England, Homes England, Shelter, and the Welsh Government. She also contributed to Phase II of Arup's Social Management and Climate Change project for clients like EBRD and C40. Ella has also acted as a researcher on two 'Invest in Arup' projects within the FRANK Water Partnership.
Professional Memberships and Non-profit Work
Ella Phillips is an active member of several professional organizations, including the RTPI, South West Young Planners, Young Urbanists, and the Landscape Institute. Besides her professional work, she has contributed to the growth of the non-profit organization Fusion Movement, where she held a role as a regional developer and consultant.