Regional Rail Lead (Redeployment 19391)
Regional Rail Lead (Redeployment 19391)
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- Suffolk County Council Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- 70086 - 79174 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only.
Join Transport East as our new Regional Rail Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail transport in the East. You will provide leadership and visionon national and regional rail matters influence key stakeholders and partners to deliver Transport Easts strategic rail agenda support effective delivery of rail reform and improve rail outcomes across the East. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact on the rail at a regional scale this is your opportunity to make a difference.
Your role and responsibilities:
As a key member of the Transport East team you will:
- Provide leadership vision and guidance on national and regional rail matters.
- Influence regional and national partners including MPs politicians business leaders senior local authority officers national delivery agencies and the Department for Transport.
- Support the Chief Executive of Transport East in delivering the Transport East strategic rail agenda to support effective delivery of rail reform in the East.
- Lead the region in developing the rail regional evidence base to make the case for investment and funding.
- Work with national regional and local partners in developing and coordinating sub-national transport strategies for rail and mass transit. Leading the Wider South East Rail Partnership and rail technical programme.
- Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and technical specialists.
- Travel as part of the job to various locations including London and other offices around the region.
You will need:
- Substantial relevant experience of working in strategic rail and wider transport planning.
- Excellent technical and/or professional knowledge and understanding of the wider policy connections at both national and local level.
- Good knowledge of relevant systems regulations legislation best practice policies and procedures
- Experience of partnership working and of establishing maintaining and developing effective working relationships at all levels across partner organisations
- Highly developed verbal and written skills to interpret complex legislation guidelines and technical information
- Ability to work effectively with senior people across the rail industry government transition teams and other STBs.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team:
Transport East is a small agile and effective team that has a reputation for having an innovative approach to regional transport. We value collaboration innovation and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. The Regional Rail Lead will report to the Head of Strategy and Technical Programme and work closely with the leadership wider technical and communication teams. Learn more about us at our Transport East website.
Working and travel requirements:
This role supports hybrid working combining home and office work. Frequent travel is essential for meetings and collaboration at various locations.
A full driving license and personal transport are beneficial but meeting mobility requirements through other means is acceptable. Use of sustainable transport is encouraged. If you have a disability talk to the contact below. They can help you with reasonable adjustments for this role.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Suzanne Buck for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0 or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Describe your experience working on strategic rail matters and transport planning providing specific examples of projects you have led or been involved in.
- Provide an example of a challenging partnership you managed. How did you address conflicts or disagreements to maintain a productive relationship
- Describe a project where you had to consider the broader transport network as part of a rail project. How did you optimise opportunities for well-integrated transport across modes
- Describe why you believe you are the best person for the position what skills and experience can you bring to the team and how these relate to the role.
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 2 June 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
Employment Type
Full-Time
