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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailImagine a career where your ideas shape the future of regional transport your work directly influences national investment and your growth is supported every step of the way. Thats what we offer at Transport East. As our new Principal Strategic Transport Planner youll play a pivotal role in developing and delivering strategic transport policy across one of the UKs fastest-growing regions. Youll collaborate with senior stakeholders across government and local authorities lead the commissioning of technical work and help shape the long-term vision for sustainable inclusive and decarbonised transport.
Join a dynamic and motivated team where creativity and innovation are encouraged and where your expertise will help reimagine how transport can transform lives and places across our region.
Your role and responsibilities
As a key member of the Transport East team you will play a pivotal role in shaping the long-term strategic direction of transport strategy within the region. Your main responsibilities will include:
You will need
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 an independent partnership of local authorities and other bodies covering Norfolk Suffolk Essex Southend and one of seven Sub-national Transport Bodies in England our role is to speak with a single voice on the regions transport strategy and investment priorities. The Transport East region is of huge importance to the UK. It is home to 3.5 million people and 1.7 million jobs. With a vibrant economy worth 73 billion it is already one of the fastest growing regions in the UK outside of London.
We operate in a high energy and professional environment: creativity and innovative thought are encouraged and allows the team to develop their own capabilities and ambitions.
The staff of Transport East are hosted by Suffolk County Council on behalf of the wider partnership.
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 (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
1 . Can you describe a time when you developed and delivered a strategic transport or policy initiative What was your approach how did you engage stakeholders and what were the outcomes
2. How do you ensure that your strategic transport plans align with both national and local policy frameworks Can you provide an example where you introduced innovative thinking to address a complex challenge
3. Tell me about a situation where you collaborated with senior-level stakeholders such as Government departments national agencies or local authorities. How did you manage these relationships and what was the result
4. Explain a complex transport-related problem you have encountered. How did you analyse the problem develop a strategic solution and anticipate potential issues
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 11 June 2025.
Interview date: Week commencing 23 June 2025.
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