Operations Improvement Manager - TLGN
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Operations Improvement Manager
Location: Kings Cross East Side Office
Grade: MG3
Reports to: Head of Operational Improvement, TLGN
We are now recruiting an Operations Improvement Manager
As an Operations Improvement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering operational and performance improvements across the Great Northern network and raising the bar on our customers' experience.
Using your strong analytical and project management skills, you will be responsible not only for identifying opportunities but also for translating them into tangible outcomes which are fully embedded and sustained longer term.
Strong analytical, project and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into operational requirements
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following: -
- Strong Leadership Skills: Internal partners will look to your leadership when it comes to productivity and performance. You will be a leader who engages, involves and who is able to create dynamic solutions that drive successful changes.
- Excellent Project Manager skills
- Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills: You can build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and get the best out of people.
- Safe Working: Safety is the backbone of our rail industry. We work within a dynamic, but highly regulated industry. You'll be passionate about making sure that everything we do is we do it safely
- Strategic and tactical thinking: You will make clear decisions and drive innovation. You will encourage innovation across the teams and strive to stretch their imagination and skill sets.
In return, you'll be rewarded with an interesting and varied work schedule, in an environment where learning and progression is actively encouraged. You'll enjoy great company and industry benefits, as well as the support of a passionate team. You'll be fulfilling a role that is integral to our continued success across almost a quarter of all UK rail journeys.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Rail Transportation
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Operations Improvement Manager - TLGN roles across Govia Thameslink Railway's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Rail Transportation.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £41,000 - £46,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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