Job Description

As the Senior Requirements Manager, you'll support the Head of Programme Development to work closely with the Client function to implement the R&R Requirements Management Strategy across the Delivery Authority. You'll be responsible for ensuring the DA's work is controlled, aligned and delivered in a consistent, transparent, and disciplined manner to achieve the objectives of the Programme and needs of the Client. Day-to-day, you'll provide the line of sight between the programme and the Client Requirements. You'll also be responsible for the management system and processes to enable the implementation and progressive delivery of requirements, acting as the primary point of contact for project teams and overseeing significant changes to requirements--supporting robust, evidence-based decision-making that shapes the programme's future.


To succeed, you will bring proven requirements management experience from major capital programmes (such as HS2 or Crossrail), alongside expertise in developing and assuring programme-wide requirements management capability. You will be comfortable working with project controls, managing large-scale change, and navigating the interface between client and delivery teams. Operating with confidence and authority, you will balance autonomy with collaboration, demonstrating strong organisational skills and the credibility to challenge senior stakeholders where needed. Above all, you will provide stability, adaptability, and leadership in a complex, fast-evolving environment, helping teams navigate change and deliver with confidence.


This role is a maternity cover role and will be offered on a 12 month fixed term contract or secondment.

Benefits include:

Salary circa 100,000 per annum 30 days holiday plus public holidays Life assurance of 4 x salary death in service Group Income Protection Pension - up to 10% employer contribution Up to 5 days paid volunteering Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Employee Assistance Programme Professional Body Fees paid Discretionary bonus scheme depending on both corporate and individual performance Working in a hybrid / smart way

We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in employment. We are building diverse teams and seek to attract and retain talented individuals from a range of backgrounds and cultures to join us on this hugely challenging and important project.


Please apply by submitting a CV and cover letter, stating your suitability for the role and if you believe you have any current or potential conflicts of interest relating to this position.


We look forward to receiving your completed application by midday on 26 January 2026. To view the full job description for this role please click on the following link - Senior Requirements Manager JD

Security

Successful candidates will be required to complete security vetting to a minimum Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level obtained through the Parliamentary Security Department (PSD). Candidates are required to pass these checks before a start date can be confirmed.

Applicants should also be aware that, depending on the role applied for, if they have resided outside of the UK for a total of more than three of the last five years, they may not be eligible for vetting.