Policy and Research Advisor - Leeds, United Kingdom - Urban Transport Group

Description

Transport policy is central to people's lives, their health and the opportunities they can
access - it is also at the heart of efforts to tackle the climate emergency. Join the Urban
Transport Group for an exciting chance to influence the future of urban transport as part of a
small, friendly team with a proven track record in achieving policy change at national level.

The Urban Transport Group is the UK's network of city region transport authorities, who
together serve over 20 million people. Our vision is for city regions to be green, fair, happy,
healthy and prosperous places, and with the right policies in place, transport can help make
this happen.

We're seeking a Policy and Research Advisor.

The role

Reporting to the Assistant Director, your key responsibilities will include:
Undertaking original research projects and analysis to develop new insights, share best
practice and influence stakeholders locally and nationally.

Developing, expanding and leading on your own areas of policy expertise to contribute to
the overall credibility and influence of our work.

Working collaboratively with UTG members and stakeholders to ensure our work is tailored to
their needs and priorities.

About you

You will have the following key skills, attributes, education and experience:
Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant education or experience.

Able to be a strong advocate for sustainable transport policy and practice.

Willingness and ability to rapidly establish, grow and maintain knowledge of a wide range
of transport and related policy areas (such as environment, health, economy, place making,
social inclusion).


Offer:

£34,356 per annum

28 days Annual Leave (increasing upon years of service) plus bank holidays

Generous Employer-Contribution Pension Scheme

Free Travel on rail and buses across West Yorkshire with the M-Card (Zones 1-5)

Flexible Working Practices with Health & Wellbeing initiatives to ensure you achieve
the best work/life balance and career goals.

The location

Leeds

For further information, a full role profile and to apply, please visit the website
of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (who host the Urban Transport Group).