Policy Manager leading the development of rail industry policies impacting passengers and organizations. Collaborating with key stakeholders to drive change in the UK's rail system.
Responsibilities
Play a leading role at the heart of the rail industry, shaping policy that directly influences how the railway works for passengers, customers and funders.
Provide clear, credible advice to senior leaders across the organisation and to members and key external stakeholders.
Work with government, industry and delivery teams — turning evidence and insight into policy that supports real change.
Lead high‑quality policy advice and services for our members and industry partners, focusing on essential issues.
Think strategically and creatively, developing ideas aligned to business priorities and translating them into briefing or consultation responses.
Requirements
Good inter-personal and relationship building skills with external contacts and internal colleagues
Good communication skills - verbal, written and presentational
Excellent numeracy and analytical skills and Computer literate
Ability to structure, substantiate, draft and then communicate compelling policy positions and briefings
Broad vocational policy experience, acquired through a combination of job-related training and/or on-the-job experience, demonstrating development through involvement in policy roles
Knowledge of how UK Government works (desirable)
Understanding of rail industry and transport policy agreements (desirable)
Benefits
75% off rail travel for personal and family use, plus international rail discounts.
30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events)
Season ticket loan for commuting costs.
Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave.
Pension scheme – up to 11.58% employer contribution.
Private medical insurance including mental health and specialist care.
Discounted gym membership and access to wellbeing programmes.
Career Development & Progression
Real ownership with the chance to work with leading-edge technologies and partners.
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