Programme Coordinator - London, United Kingdom - DB Arriva

DB Arriva

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

5 days ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Programme Coordinator

This role will be based in London, Hybrid working is available

Chiltern Railways is part of the Arriva group, one of the leading providers of passenger transport in Europe.

Chiltern Railways operates commuter/regional rail passenger services from its Central London terminus at London Marylebone along the M40 corridor to destinations in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, as well as long-distance services to the West Midlands along two routes.

The role will support in meetings, ensure reports are completed accurately in line with agreed deadlines and processes are followed.

They will provide guidance and assistance to colleagues on documentation, requirements and project planning.

Deliver, accurate, compelling reporting on all projects and programmes accurately and in line with agreed deadlines highlighting risk and opportunity

Work effectively with internal and external colleagues and stakeholders to drive accountability for delivery and provide constructive support and challenge where required

Attend and provide administrative support for programme and project governance meetings

Support and/or produce project plans for a range of projects and programmes

Analyse, monitor and track project delivery and escalate as required

Support the continuous improvement of reporting, processes and policies

Manage project filing, documentation and adherence to process and governance

Arrange and take minutes at meetings as required

Update internal communications channels and systems

Build positive relationships across the business, including but not limited to, procurement, finance, IT, HSSE and infrastructure teams to support the delivery of projects on time and within budget.

Ensure appropriate activity is in place for transition to BAU

Support the training and development of colleagues to improve the project management capability within the business

Actively promote and support the development of the Programme team within the business

Engage with and share best practice across the Arriva UK Trains group

Experience:

Experience of providing administrative support to projects and programmes

Diary management, minute taking and document management

Experience of delivering accurate high quality periodic reporting

Experience of producing project plans desirable

Skills and Competencies:

Experience of project and programme management principles and/or relevant qualification

Proactive self starter who can work independently as well as part of a team

Problem solver who enjoys identifying and implementing solutions

Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues from across the business

Intermediate Excel / MS Project / PowerPoint

Understanding of basic risk management

Ability to produce accurate and concise meeting minutes

Strong attention to detail and time management skills to deliver engaging reporting to clear deadlines

An understanding of financial reporting

Effective and persuasive written and verbal communication style and work effectively under pressure

At Chiltern, we work in an environment where diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a culture of respect, challenge and innovation - with excellent opportunities for growth and development.

Our benefits include:

All active staff and their eligible partners/dependants are entitled to free standard class leisure travel on Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Arriva Rail London, Grand Central and NEXUS
Active staff are also entitled to residential and duty standard class travel on all of the above services
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Arriva Village access to online benefits and discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Plan

Physio Line

We offer complementary 24hour physio for everyone

Health Shield

Health Shield
provides an affordable healthcare cash plan offering a wide variety of benefits including dental, optical, and physiotherapy

Eye Care
You're entitled to free eye tests and if you need glasses for computer use we will pay up to £80.00 towards your lenses and frames
We offer 25 days annual leave as well as statutory holidays
Flexible working

Support

Peer Support, Samaritans, and Railway Chaplains

At Arriva we acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.