Job Description

On behalf of Network Rail, we are looking for a Senior Analysis and Reporting Manager for a 6 months contract based in London 3 days per week.



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!



Lead the business' provision for region / route analysis of financial, benchmark and performance information, to provide guidance and direction for future strategy and business direction. To develop plans and models that highlight opportunities for improvement in both financial and non-financial areas and create models that support the longer term business and economic planning horizon. Lead the production of all region / route reports.



As a Senior Analysis and Reporting Manager , your main responsibilities will be:

Lead analytical programmes to identify financial, process, and performance improvements aligned with business objectives and long-term strategic planning. Develop and manage periodic reporting to deliver financial insights for regional, national, and stakeholder needs, including ORR and DfT. Coordinate cross-functional analysis and reporting, ensuring alignment across the region/route and supporting informed investment decisions. Monitor business performance, identifying risks, opportunities, and recommending corrective actions to meet objectives. Deliver high-impact analysis and critiques for Management Business Reviews, highlighting inefficiencies and potential savings. Lead and develop a flexible analyst team, ensuring consistent professional standards and providing ad hoc support to senior leadership.

Essential:

Professionally qualified with relevant post-qualification experience and full membership of a recognised financial or business body.(Preferred) Proven expertise in financial analysis and modelling, including investment appraisal techniques and advanced Excel (or equivalent) skills for large data analysis. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience advising senior leaders and presenting complex information clearly and persuasively.

Desirable:

Experience of working in a matrix management organisation Experience in leading business analysis and reporting within a large organisation

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. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.



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 exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.



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".