Integrated Mobility Lead (Network Rail) in Manchester

£43,191 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract Type: Contract

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 03/07/2026

About this job

Integrated Mobility Lead (Network Rail) – Location: Central England

Full time – 37.5 hours per week

• Contract: Fixed Term Contract to 31 January 2029
• Disclosure: Basic/Enhanced/ DBS is not required
• Team: Connected Neighbourhoods
• Role: As the Integrated Mobility Lead, you will play a pivotal role in transforming transport at the intersection of Network Rail and the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust to drive innovative, sustainable mobility solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Guide stakeholders across both organisations and active travel partners to ensure property applications and asset protection enquiries are handled effectively and consistently.
• Advise on and navigate complex National Rail processes to support Active Travel scheme delivery.
• Collaborate with partners to build understanding of Network Rail requirements and enable the successful delivery of Active Travel schemes.
• Champion walking, wheeling and cycling as part of integrated transport planning.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys delivering railway-focused projects that improve the future of the railway and is motivated by the social value that railway integration projects can deliver.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below.

You don’t need to meet every requirement; if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

• Knowledge of Network Rail property and/or asset protection processes.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Transport Planning, Planning, Engineering, Sustainable Development or a related field.
• Experience working on diverse and complex rail operations projects.
• Proven track record of developing project pipelines from concept to delivery.
• The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

Living Our Values

Always Learning

• Curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.
• Inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership

• Proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together

• Collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

What We Offer

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role.

We offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your well‑being, finances, and family life.

• Well‑being Support: 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays (full‑time). Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time). Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about. Free, confidential support service available 24/7.
• Access to cycle‑to‑work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme.
• Financial Benefits: Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust; Bike, computer and season ticket loans; Discount benefits; London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum (pro‑rata for all those living within a London Borough).
• Death in Service benefit – 3× annual salary.
• Family Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay; Flexible Working practices (full‑time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday‑Friday).

We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.