On behalf of Network Rail, we are looking for a Rail Franchise & Access Manager for a 6 months contract based Hybrid- 2 days in Birmingham or Manchester.

Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain s railway. From Crossrail Europe s largest civil engineering project to investment in world-class stations and major programmes of electrification, we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures that this country has ever seen. We at Network Rail are dedicated to becoming one of Britain's best employers and believe this starts with placing the candidate at the heart of everything we do!

As a Rail Franchise & Access Manager, your main responsibilities will be:

• Manage the contractual relationship with TOC s on all issues including performance, access conditions, access agreements, invoicing and claims.
• Act as arbitrator to resolve commercial and other disputes in a way that maintains TOC relationships.
• Communicate and challenge within and outside Network Rail s organisation so the TOC s contractual rights are met.
• Manage the delivery of Improvement Plans specific to the TOC s.
•  Lead all negotiations on changes to the TOC s Access Contract whilst managing the contractual elements of the TOC s performance regimes to optimise the financial outcome and identify opportunities for improving processes.
• Hold responsibility for both Network Rail s compliance and the TOC s compliance with the terms of the contractual agreements.
• Develop and deliver all income streams relating to the TOC.
• Assist the Franchise & Access Executive in delivery of TOC requirements.
•  Lead on identifying, managing and delivering improvement projects for both the TOC and Network Rail.
• Identify and lead on continuous improvement plans which focus on best practice.

Essential: 

• Awareness of the requirement for track access rights, timetable changes, etc.
• Awareness of Schedule 4&8 payment regimes.
• Comprehensive understanding of the railway industry structure and contractual relationships.
• Knowledge of relevant contracts and contractual environment.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Network Rail is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They welcome applications from everyone.

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Network Rail guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

Armed Forces Covenant

Network Rail guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. 

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".