Policing & Security Strategy Manager 12M Maternity Cover

Closing date: 17/07/2026 Salary Range: £50,786 - £65,000 per annum What is the purpose of this job? • Lead and ensure delivery on all aspects relating to policing and security within RDG and to engage with members of the industry, DfT, BTP and BTPA and other external stakeholders. • Successfully deliver the Policing & Security Strategy / Programme and its Implementation Plans supported by project/programme management framework. • Advise of transition arrangements for policing and security within GBR We are looking for someone with a proven track record on the management of policing & security/emergency planning and the delivery of programmes/projects across multiple stakeholders both internal and external. It is desirable to have relevant industry experience. Some of the sort of specific skills and knowledge we are looking for include: • Policing & security and emergency management understanding in a rail context, or comparable industry • Projects and programmes management and associated methodology • Good communication skills both verbal and written • Experience in producing high-quality change management tools and delivering these successfully • Ability to work with, and influence, appropriate stakeholders to ensure commitment and alignment • Dynamic, leader and team player who is also a self-starter • Ability to manage a diverse and complex stakeholder group, over varying roles and functions • Great at articulating the value of change and associated plans and activities • Effective at partnering with others to plan, develop and deliver effective change interventions • Understand both the physiological and psychological impacts of change on wellbeing and resilience, and techniques to respond Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 75% discount on rail travel (for work and leisure), plus international rail discounts 30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events) Two Personal Development Days are granted to employees annually Interest-free Season Ticket Loan for commuting costs Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave Pension scheme – up to 8.64% employer contribution Subsidised Private Medical Insurance (Vitality PPP) and Health Cash Plan (Healthshield) Access to our flexible benefits portal - a central hub for accessing retail discounts, shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment perks Flexible working arrangements available