Transport Strategy Manager

Are you ready to shape the future of transport across Greater Lincolnshire? We're looking for an experienced, forward-thinking transport professional to lead our growing Transport Strategy function during an exciting period of change. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in developing the region's long-term transport vision, supporting sustainable growth, improving connectivity, and delivering better outcomes for our residents, businesses, and communities. About the Role As the Transport Strategy Manager, you will lead the strategic arm of the Transport Function within the Combined County Authority, overseeing the development, maintenance, and delivery of the Local Transport Plan (LTP), the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP), and a range of associated strategies. You will manage a small but expanding team and act as an intelligent client for externally commissioned work, ensuring high-quality outputs, robust governance, and alignment with statutory duties., These roles are not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority does not currently hold a Home Office sponsor licence. Applicants must therefore have the existing right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Our values and transformation The postholder is expected to uphold GLCCA's values and contribute to organisational transformation. Safeguarding Safeguarding awareness is essential; all employees must follow GLCCA's safeguarding policies when working with vulnerable individuals. Adjustments and accessibility We welcome applications from everyone. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the process, please tell us at the email above and we will make arrangements.

We're seeking a confident, politically astute leader with the ability to operate in a complex and fast-moving environment. You will bring:

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience operating at a senior management level in a complex organisation, preferably public sector
• Strong experience developing integrated, multi-modal transport strategies
• A thorough understanding of national and regional transport policy
• Proven ability to lead partnerships, influence stakeholders, and negotiate effectively
• Skills in analysing complex information, presenting to large groups, and making decisions under pressure
• A strategic mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver at pace
• High levels of integrity, credibility, and professional judgement
• Experience with commissioning, procurement processes, and contractor management
• Budget management and commercial negotiation skills
Above all, we're looking for someone able to combine vision with delivery, balancing strategic direction-setting with the practicalities of transitioning a new transport function into full operation.