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 partner with modern and transformative technology.  From the day-to-day IT operations that keeps a national railway running, to the extensive delivery programmes that our 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.

Get ready to embark on a journey where your skills will not just be utilised; they'll be honed and expanded.   You're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a collective force helping to build and operate a railway fit for the next 200 years!

Main Responsibility

Undertake all of the pre, post contract and Carrier management and support activity of all Telecoms third party funded commercial contracts, including Contract Governance of third party funded projects.

What will you be doing?

• Establish and implement appropriate contract strategies for Telecoms third party funded customers including effective project cost management and providing feedback into subsequent procurement processes.
• Manage the contracting process, negotiating agreements with Telecoms third party funded strategic partners and to provide long term flexible sustainable business relationships whilst delivering value for money services that meet Network Rail’s needs
• Manage the in life contract management of Telecoms third party funded commercial agreements and supporting contracts, managing the commercial review of delivery.
• Support maximising the Network Rail commercial position on third party funded projects and assurance that supplier contracts align with third party party contracts where appropriate
• Manage the monitoring of all Telecoms third party funded contract reporting such that it is accurately maintained and recorded in accordance with company reporting systems. Explain all variances to predicted commercial performance and propose mitigating actions at the earliest opportunity.
• Establishment and implemented the continuous improvement of contract process & governance to facilitate Government and other Telecoms third party funded workstreams.
• Provide pro-active expertise, advice and implementation of all contract/scope changes in accordance with change control process, recommending or authorising appropriate action within delegated authority and progressing the timely resolution of contract variations.
• Identify emerging problems, report contractual claims & support in the management and resolution of legal and/or commercial disputes in conjunction with management as appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Commercial experience within the telecoms industry
• Experience of negotiating third party funded contracts
• Knowledge of railway and construction industry conditions of contract.
• Experience of resolution of construction contract disputes
• Knowledge of 3^rd party funded projects.
• Excellent Business Acumen with strong commercial focus and financially astute
• Profit and loss management experience

Desirable

• Experience of managing and developing a team of staff.
• Good communication skills both written and oral
• Experience in Finance.

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 several 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. In IT Services, we have a group of 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 D&I at Network Rail, please follow this link

Do you consider yourself to have a protected characteristic? If so and you require any additional support with your application, please do not hesitate to contact the Resourcer who will happily assist.

Package Description

Vacancy type: 2 Permanent opportunities available, 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: Flexible, can be based in The Quadrant Milton Keynes, London Enterprise House or Manchester Piccadilly Tower Block 

Closing date: 19th April 2024

Band & Salary: Band 3C

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

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