Rail Advisory Consultant

TL;DR

Rail Advisory Consultant (Rail Advisory): Providing industry-leading advice to governments and private rail companies with an accent on business case development, strategic planning, and revenue forecasting. Focus on managing complex analytical projects, delivering high-quality technical assurance, and tailoring communication for diverse stakeholders.

Location: Must be based in the UK (London, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, or Hemel Hempstead) with a hybrid work requirement (60% in-office/on-site).

Company

hirify.global is an employee-owned consultancy providing strategic and technical advice to the global transport and infrastructure sectors.

What you will do

• Develop business cases and strategic plans for national and regional rail projects.
• Conduct commercial analysis, including revenue and cost forecasting.
• Manage project teams to deliver high-quality technical and commercial outcomes.
• Review and challenge analytical methodologies to ensure industry best practice.
• Communicate complex technical analysis to non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with industry bodies, investors, and government clients.

Requirements

• Must have deep understanding of the GB Rail industry.
• Extensive experience in rail industry analytical skills (commercial, strategic, or operational).
• Proven ability to manage project teams and make commercial decisions.
• Excellent numerical skills and proficiency in analytical software like Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Nice to have

• Experience with international railway projects.
• Proficiency in database programming.
• Ability to coach and develop junior team members.
• Experience in bid development and business winning.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-owned company structure.
• Private medical insurance and health screening.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave with buy/sell options.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.
• Learning and development plan.