Sponsor

Support the development and management of programme scope to ensure delivery of agreed outcomes and benefits.

Act as Accountable Sponsor within the PACE governance framework for designated work packages.

Support the Programme Sponsor in the delivery of a wider sponsorship portfolio.

Work collaboratively with project teams to maintain alignment with Sponsor's Requirements, programme objectives and benefits realisation plans.

Contribute to governance and approval processes through the development of robust options, recommendations and evidence-based business cases.

Build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, including government departments, industry partners and local stakeholders.

Monitor, evaluate and report on programme benefits and value creation.

Support the identification and development of funding and commercial opportunities.

Work with Network Rail, train operating organisations and government stakeholders to ensure successful integration with the wider rail network.

Experience in programme sponsorship, project management or major programme delivery.

The ability to analyse complex information and communicate technical and commercial issues clearly to a range of audiences.

Experience developing options, recommendations and proposals that support effective decision-making.

Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

The ability to manage competing priorities within a dynamic and evolving environment.

A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering positive outcomes.

Experience within the rail, transport or wider infrastructure sector.

Experience of working with central government or public-sector organisations.

Knowledge of major programme governance and assurance processes.