Job Introduction

The railway has seen nearly 200 years of technology and innovation that has transformed how we provide services to passengers and freight customers. Technology is continuing to transform the railway industry. Imagine an exciting environment where Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) are not just buzzwords but the driving force behind every operation, every decision, and every solution.

As part of the DDaT directorate, you have a unique opportunity to enable our customers and industry partners with modern and transformative technology.  From the day-to-day IT operations that keeps a national railway running, to the extensive delivery programmes that are helping to reshape the railway – we are at the forefront of all of it. We operate with a talented and passionate workforce, fostering empowered individuals and teams who understand that technology is not just a tool – it's the catalyst for progress, especially in an ever-demanding industry where change is a constant. 

Main Responsibility

Lead the analysis and reporting of Digital, Data & Technology Strategic Planning data to provide intelligence and insight across multiple stakeholder forums.  

What will you be doing?

• Provide a comprehensive, high quality management information, analysis and reporting service across Digital, Data & Technology Strategic Planning capabilities which demonstrates the value created through IT investment to IT Executive, customers and other stakeholder groups.
• Lead the management, development and evolution of methods, processes, tools and metrics which facilitates effective analysis and reporting of Strategic Planning and accompanying Investment data.
• Provide guidance and expertise to stakeholders on strategic planning data and reporting systems.
• Through analysis of planning and investment performance information, augmented by research of best practice, identify opportunities for improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of Digital Data & Technology ’Strategic Planning and delivery processes.
• Engage across Network Rail to identify total Network Rail investment in Information technology. Analyse and report management information which enables the organisation to obtain the best value from overall technology spend.
• Assist in the development of Digital, Data & Technology input into Network Rail’s strategic business plan which is reflective of Network Rail strategy, priorities and drivers, optimally balanced given budgetary and resource constraints, and in line with functional, corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the operation of Digital, Data & Technology governed forums which enable oversight of the Digital Data & Technology  Strategic Plan, including developing business performance packs for Investment Portfolio Board, Executive Customer IT Board, Quarterly Business Plan Reviews and other forums.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Demonstrable expertise in the usage of data analytics and decision-support tools.
• Demonstrable experience of developing concepts into analysis tools and techniques.
• Demonstrable experience of assimilating complex and multiple sources of information to provide insight.
• Structured and analytical thinker.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with and influence people at all levels of the function and wider business.

Desirable

• Experience operating in an Information Technology environment.
• Experience in development of reports for Exec / Board audience.
• Experience of KPI / metric definition.
• Relevant professional or academic qualifications.

We are committed to a diverse workplace enriched with representation from diverse cultures, backgrounds and skills. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where difference is embraced, and individuals can thrive. We recognise that the success of the team is dependent on a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined group of individuals, aligned to deliver successful solutions.

At Network Rail, we have a number of employee networks to reflect our diverse population and help to raise issues to the wider workforce and support their membership and support our Everybody Matters strategy, led by our central Diversity & Inclusion team. We have Diversity & Inclusion Champions who take part and lead on many activities, to drive through more initiatives to support an inclusive environment for all its people and promote a professional and positive working environment. For more information on Diversity & Inclusion at Network Rail, please follow this link

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Package Description

Vacancy type:  Permanent, 35 hours per week, Hybrid working of 2/3 days in the office. We welcome applications from those seeking flexible or part time hours.

Location: The Quadrant, Milton Keynes

Closing date: 28th March 2024

Interviews will take place W/C 8th April, these will be held virtually

Band & Salary: Band 4C (£43,588 - £49,037)

About the Company

We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions.

We offer excellent benefits, including:

Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.

✨ Defined benefit pension scheme.

75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.

Up to 75% off leisure travel.

  ️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

❤ Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during       significant life moments

Plus, more…. 

We are proud to be recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality for the third year in a row.

Our role is to run a safe, reliable and efficient railway, serving customers and communities. We exist to get people and goods where they need to be and to support our country’s economic prosperity. Safety is our number one priority.  

We're undertaking an ambitious change. Our vision is Putting Passengers First - becoming a company that is on the side of passengers and freight users. As one of the UK’s leading equal opportunities employers, our values and the way we behave is important to us and we have created an environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution. We have seven employee networks that provide fantastic support, opportunities and development for applicants from all backgrounds. Click here for more information 

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd