Network Development Manager with Senior Title, Southern England region
The South of England's cycling network development team is on the hunt for a new Senior Network Development Manager to lead their Paths for Everyone strategy. The role, which will be conducted via MS Teams between the 13th and 20th August 2025, involves maximising income and focusing resources on impactful projects to advance the National Cycle Network (NCN).
The Senior Network Development Manager will be responsible for managing and guiding a small team of Network Development colleagues. Their primary goal is to initiate, develop, and deliver programmes that expand and enhance the NCN. This includes developing and implementing operational workplans to meet agreed objectives within the Paths for Everyone strategy, ensuring connectivity between local delivery centres and internal business and market development teams.
Stakeholder management is a crucial aspect of this role. The Senior Network Development Manager will be expected to proactively support and manage relationships with local and regional stakeholders, community organisations, and partners such as Sport England and Active Partners. They will also act as the lead contact point for local delivery of nationally funded programmes, influencing partner organisations, and embedding community engagement into programme delivery.
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in managing local and regional stakeholder relations, particularly within community and voluntary sectors. They should also have proven ability to support individuals, teams, and organisations in delivering projects and programmes with operational flexibility. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential, as the role requires representing programmes at local and national levels and managing teams and partnerships effectively.
The role requires collaboration, influence, and building relationships with key people from local authorities, partner organisations, public and voluntary stakeholder groups, and community representatives. Regular travel within the region is necessary for meetings and site visits.
The successful candidate will also need knowledge of the community environment relevant to cycling network development and an understanding of strategic partners and funding landscapes. Experience in project management frameworks principles and implementation, as well as knowledge in transport planning and policy, within active travel or transport, would be highly advantageous.
The organization offers a variety of benefits, including a Personal Pension scheme, bike, computer, and season ticket loans, discount benefits, London Weighting Allowance, and a Death in service benefit. They are committed to being a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly from under-represented groups.
To apply for the Senior Network Development Manager role, please complete the online application form by 23:59 on the 4th of August 2025. The role offers true hybrid working, with a mix of working from home and occasional travel to other offices around the UK. By working for the organization, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle, contributing to a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
- The successful candidate will leverage technology to enhance communication with internal business and market development teams, ensuring seamless connectivity between local delivery centres as part of the National Cycle Network's Paths for Everyone strategy.
- Embracing education-and-self-development, the Senior Network Development Manager will encourage sports participation within the communities by actively engaging local and regional stakeholders, community organizations, and partners like Sport England and Active Partners.
