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

Requirements

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

Benefits

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