Director Rail Performance and Sponsorship
| Posting date: | 28 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £100,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Pro rata for part time or Job Share For existing Civil Servants, internal candidates the usual pay rules should apply, i.e. if moving on level transfer the salary will remain the same, if successful on promotion the salary will be the higher of either 10% pay increase or the pay band minimum. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 September 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Government Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 423618 |
Summary
Location - Birmingham, Leeds or London.
The Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking a strategic and influential leader to take on the role of Director for Performance and Sponsorship. This individual will be pivotal in managing the Government’s strategic relationship with the rail sector, focusing on enhancing performance for both passengers and freight users, and driving financial improvements through revenue growth. The role also involves delivering on a broad range of ministerial priorities, including freight expansion, standards reform, and innovation within the supply chain.
The Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking a strategic and influential leader to take on the role of Director for Performance and Sponsorship. This individual will be pivotal in managing the Government’s strategic relationship with the rail sector, focusing on enhancing performance for both passengers and freight users, and driving financial improvements through revenue growth. The role also involves delivering on a broad range of ministerial priorities, including freight expansion, standards reform, and innovation within the supply chain.