Assistant Director for Transport Policy - Cumbria Combined Authority - INTERNAL
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£83,933 Per year
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UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Summary: This role is for an Assistant Director for Transport Policy at the Cumbria Combined Authority, focusing on shaping transport policy and leading the development of key strategies. The position requires strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills to inform decisions with robust data. The role involves building partnerships with various authorities and organizations while leading a high-performing policy team. This is an internal opportunity for applicants from specific councils only.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise the Combined Authority Board and Chief Executive on transport policy.
- Lead the development of transport policy and delivery of key strategies, including the Local Transport Delivery Plan (LTDP) and Local Transport Plan (LTP).
- Build strong partnerships with local authorities, government departments, transport operators, and national bodies.
- Lead a high-performing policy team and ensure decisions are informed by robust data and evidence.
Key Skills:
- Strong experience in transport strategy/policy (local or regional government).
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong analytical and communication abilities.
Salary (Rate): £83,933 yearly
City: Penrith
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
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Job details Job reference REQ00000019928Date posted 27/04/2026Application closing date 10/05/2026Location Salary £81,049 - £83,933 per annumPackage Contractual hours 37Basis Full timeAttachments Assistant Director for Transport Policy - Cumbria Combined Authority - INTERNAL Job description Please note, this opportunity is for internal applicants only, from Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council.
Assistant Director for Transport Policy Cumbria Combined Authority Secondment (up to 18 months) | Grade 19 (TBC) Location: Penrith (regional and occasional national travel required)
Help shape transport policy in a new Combined Authority
About the Role This is a leadership opportunity to shape the future of transport across Cumbria. You will advise the Combined Authority Board and Chief Executive, lead transport policy development, and drive delivery of key strategies including the Local Transport Delivery Plan (LTDP) and longer-term Local Transport Plan (LTP).
You will also build strong partnerships with local authorities, government departments, transport operators, and national bodies, while leading a high-performing policy team and ensuring decisions are informed by robust data and evidence.
About You
Strong experience in transport strategy/policy (local or regional government)
Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong analytical and communication abilities
Why Apply? A great opportunity to gain senior-level experience, influence regional strategy, and lead high-impact work across Cumbria.
Additional Info Travel required.
Apply Please apply via Expression of Interest by 10 May 2026.
Please use the following form to complete your application:
Expression of Interest Form (Word Doc) Role Profile (PDF)
Queries: Tom Andrew ()
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